Marl and Taconite Definition

Definition of Marl and Taconite

The general Marl and Taconite definition can be stated as: Marl is an unconsolidated sedimentary rock consisting of clay and lime. On the other hand, Taconite is a low-grade iron ore which belongs to sedimentary rock and containing about 27% iron and 51% silica. Along with definition of Marl and Taconite, get to know about Properties of Marl and Taconite. Get to know more information about Marl and Taconite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Marl and Taconite

The history of Marl and Taconite 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 Taconite Origin and Discoverer

Marl and Taconite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Marl and Taconite. In this section, you will know about Marl and Taconite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Marl is whereas Origin of Taconite is Western Australia, Minnesota. It is interesting to know the name of Marl and Taconite discoverer. The Discoverer of Marl is William Smith and the discoverer of Taconite is Newton Horace Winchell.

Etymology of Marl and Taconite

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

For Marl,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group:
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock

For Taconite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group:
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock