Skarn and Arkose Definition

Definition of Skarn and Arkose

The general Skarn and Arkose definition can be stated as: Skarns are formed during regional or contact metamorphism and from a variety of metasomatic processes involving fluids of magmatic, metamorphic, and/or marine origin. On the other hand, Arkose is a sedimentary rock, specifically a type of sandstone containing at least 25% feldspar. Along with definition of Skarn and Arkose, get to know about Properties of Skarn and Arkose. Get to know more information about Skarn and Arkose origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Skarn and Arkose

The history of Skarn and Arkose 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.

Skarn and Arkose Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Skarn and Arkose

Along with Skarn and Arkose definition, know more about the etymology of Skarn and Arkose. Etymology of Skarn and Arkose gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Skarn and Formation of Arkose. The etymology of Skarn is From an old Swedish mining term originally used to describe a type of silicate gangue or waste rock. while that of Arkose is From an old Swedish mining term originally used to describe a type of silicate gangue or waste rock.. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Skarn belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Arkose belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Skarn and Arkose are listed below.

For Skarn,

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

For Arkose,

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