Marl and Trachyandesite Definition

Definition of Marl and Trachyandesite

The general Marl and Trachyandesite definition can be stated as: Marl is an unconsolidated sedimentary rock consisting of clay and lime. On the other hand, Trachyandesite is an extrusive igneous rock.. Along with definition of Marl and Trachyandesite, get to know about Properties of Marl and Trachyandesite. Get to know more information about Marl and Trachyandesite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Marl and Trachyandesite

The history of Marl and Trachyandesite 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 Trachyandesite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Marl and Trachyandesite

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

For Marl,

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

For Trachyandesite,

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