Metapelite and Marble Definition

Definition of Metapelite and Marble

The general Metapelite and Marble definition can be stated as: Metapelite is an old and currently not widely used field geological term for a clay rich fine-grained clastic sediment or sedimentary rock, i.e. mud or a mudstone. On the other hand, Marble is a non-foliated metamorphic rock which is composed of recrystallized carbonate which is formed when limestone is exposed to high temperatures and pressures over a long time. Along with definition of Metapelite and Marble, get to know about Properties of Metapelite and Marble. Get to know more information about Metapelite and Marble origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Metapelite and Marble

The history of Metapelite and Marble 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.

Metapelite and Marble Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Metapelite and Marble

Along with Metapelite and Marble definition, know more about the etymology of Metapelite and Marble. Etymology of Metapelite and Marble gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Metapelite and Formation of Marble. The etymology of Metapelite is From Pelos or clay in Greek while that of Marble is From Pelos or clay in Greek. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Metapelite and Marble belong to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Metapelite and Marble are listed below.

For Metapelite,

• 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

For Marble,

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