Migmatite and Scoria Definition

Definition of Migmatite and Scoria

The general Migmatite and Scoria 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, Scoria is a dark-colored extrusive igneous rock with abundant round bubble-like cavities. Along with definition of Migmatite and Scoria, get to know about Properties of Migmatite and Scoria. Get to know more information about Migmatite and Scoria origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Migmatite and Scoria

The history of Migmatite and Scoria 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 Scoria Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Migmatite and Scoria

Along with Migmatite and Scoria definition, know more about the etymology of Migmatite and Scoria. Etymology of Migmatite and Scoria gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Migmatite and Formation of Scoria. The etymology of Migmatite is From the Greek word migma which means a mixture while that of Scoria 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 belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Scoria belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Migmatite and Scoria 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 Scoria,

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