Phyllite and Marl Definition

Definition of Phyllite and Marl

The general Phyllite and Marl 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, Marl is an unconsolidated sedimentary rock consisting of clay and lime. Along with definition of Phyllite and Marl, get to know about Properties of Phyllite and Marl. Get to know more information about Phyllite and Marl origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Phyllite and Marl

The history of Phyllite and Marl 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 Marl Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Phyllite and Marl

Along with Phyllite and Marl definition, know more about the etymology of Phyllite and Marl. Etymology of Phyllite and Marl gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Phyllite and Formation of Marl. The etymology of Phyllite is From Greek phullon leaf + -ite1 while that of Marl 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 belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Marl belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Phyllite and Marl 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 Marl,

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