Migmatite and Schist Definition

Definition of Migmatite and Schist

The general Migmatite and Schist definition can be stated as: Migmatite is typically a granitic rock within a metamorphic host rock which is composed of two intermingled but distinguishable components. 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 Migmatite and Schist, get to know about Properties of Migmatite and Schist. Get to know more information about Migmatite and Schist origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Migmatite and Schist

The history of Migmatite 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.

Migmatite and Schist Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Migmatite and Schist

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

For Migmatite,

• 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 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