Marl and Schist Definition

Definition of Marl and Schist

The general Marl and Schist definition can be stated as: Marl is an unconsolidated sedimentary rock consisting of clay and lime. On the other hand, Schist is a medium grade metamorphic rock with medium to large, flat, sheet like grains in a preferred orientation. Along with definition of Marl and Schist, get to know about Properties of Marl and Schist. Get to know more information about Marl and Schist origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Marl and Schist

The history of Marl and Schist 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 Schist Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Marl and Schist

Along with Marl and Schist definition, know more about the etymology of Marl and Schist. Etymology of Marl and Schist gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Marl and Formation of Schist. The etymology of Marl is From Old French marle, from Late Latin marglia while that of Schist 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 Schist belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Marl and Schist are listed below.

For Marl,

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

For Schist,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock