Marl and Pyroxenite Definition

Definition of Marl and Pyroxenite

The general Marl and Pyroxenite definition can be stated as: Marl is an unconsolidated sedimentary rock consisting of clay and lime. On the other hand, Pyroxenite is a dark, greenish, granular intrusive igneous rock consisting mainly of pyroxenes and olivine. Along with definition of Marl and Pyroxenite, get to know about Properties of Marl and Pyroxenite. Get to know more information about Marl and Pyroxenite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Marl and Pyroxenite

The history of Marl and Pyroxenite gives information about where the rock was found and who was its discoverer. Almost each and every aspect of Earth's history is recorded in rocks be it the volcanoes which were erupted or the plants, animals and organisms which are now extinct, as rocks are present from millions of years.

Marl and Pyroxenite Origin and Discoverer

Marl and Pyroxenite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Marl and Pyroxenite. In this section, you will know about Marl and Pyroxenite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Marl and Pyroxenite are Unknown. It is interesting to know the name of Marl and Pyroxenite discoverer. The discoverer of Marl and Pyroxenite are Unknown.

Etymology of Marl and Pyroxenite

Along with Marl and Pyroxenite definition, know more about the etymology of Marl and Pyroxenite. Etymology of Marl and Pyroxenite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Marl and Formation of Pyroxenite. The etymology of Marl is From Old French marle, from Late Latin marglia while that of Pyroxenite is From Old French marle, from Late Latin marglia. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Marl belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Pyroxenite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Marl and Pyroxenite are listed below.

For Marl,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock

For Pyroxenite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock