Phyllite and Marble Definition

Definition of Phyllite and Marble

The general Phyllite and Marble definition can be stated as: Phyllite is a fine-grained metamorphic rock with a well-developed laminar structure, and is intermediate between slate and schist rocks. 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 Phyllite and Marble, get to know about Properties of Phyllite and Marble. Get to know more information about Phyllite and Marble origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Phyllite and Marble

The history of Phyllite 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.

Phyllite and Marble Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Phyllite and Marble

Along with Phyllite and Marble definition, know more about the etymology of Phyllite and Marble. Etymology of Phyllite and Marble gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Phyllite and Formation of Marble. The etymology of Phyllite is From Greek phullon leaf + -ite1 while that of Marble is From Greek phullon leaf + -ite1. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Phyllite and Marble belong to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Phyllite and Marble are listed below.

For Phyllite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft 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