Picrite and Marble Definition

Definition of Picrite and Marble

The general Picrite and Marble definition can be stated as: Picrite is a variety of high-magnesium olivine basalt that is very rich in the mineral olivine. 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 Picrite and Marble, get to know about Properties of Picrite and Marble. Get to know more information about Picrite and Marble origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Picrite and Marble

The history of Picrite 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.

Picrite and Marble Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Picrite and Marble

Along with Picrite and Marble definition, know more about the etymology of Picrite and Marble. Etymology of Picrite and Marble gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Picrite and Formation of Marble. The etymology of Picrite is From Greek pikros bitter + -ite, 19th century while that of Marble is From Greek pikros bitter + -ite, 19th century. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Picrite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Marble belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Picrite and Marble are listed below.

For Picrite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Fine 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