Migmatite and Skarn Definition

Definition of Migmatite and Skarn

The general Migmatite and Skarn 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, Skarns are formed during regional or contact metamorphism and from a variety of metasomatic processes involving fluids of magmatic, metamorphic, and/or marine origin. Along with definition of Migmatite and Skarn, get to know about Properties of Migmatite and Skarn. Get to know more information about Migmatite and Skarn origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Migmatite and Skarn

The history of Migmatite and Skarn 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 Skarn Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Migmatite and Skarn

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

For Migmatite,

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

For Skarn,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group:
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock