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1 Definition

1.1 Definition

Marl is an unconsolidated sedimentary rock consisting of clay and lime

1.2 History

1.2.1 Origin

Unknown

1.2.2 Discoverer

Unknown

1.3 Etymology

From Old French marle, from Late Latin marglia

1.4 Class

Sedimentary Rocks

1.4.1 Sub-Class

Durable Rock, Soft Rock

1.5 Family

1.5.1 Group

Not Applicable

1.6 Other Categories

Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock

Define Marl

Marl is one of the important type of rocks. If we have to define Marl in general, Marl is an unconsolidated sedimentary rock consisting of clay and lime. Marl comes under Sedimentary Rocks. All Sedimentary Rocks have similar properties and formation process. Along with Marl Definition, know more about the History of Marl, Etymology of Marl in next sections.