Rapakivi Granite and Marble Definition

Definition of Rapakivi Granite and Marble

The general Rapakivi Granite and Marble definition can be stated as: Rapakivi Granite is a hornblende-biotite Granite containing large rounded crystals of orthoclase which are mantled with oligoclase. 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 Rapakivi Granite and Marble, get to know about Properties of Rapakivi Granite and Marble. Get to know more information about Rapakivi Granite and Marble origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Rapakivi Granite and Marble

The history of Rapakivi Granite 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.

Rapakivi Granite and Marble Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Rapakivi Granite and Marble

Along with Rapakivi Granite and Marble definition, know more about the etymology of Rapakivi Granite and Marble. Etymology of Rapakivi Granite and Marble gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Rapakivi Granite and Formation of Marble. The etymology of Rapakivi Granite is From Finnish Rapakivi which stands for crumbly rock while that of Marble is From Finnish Rapakivi which stands for crumbly rock. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Rapakivi Granite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Marble belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Rapakivi Granite and Marble are listed below.

For Rapakivi Granite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse 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