Skarn and Basalt Definition

Definition of Skarn and Basalt

The general Skarn and Basalt 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, Basalt is a common extrusive igneous rock formed by the rapid cooling of basaltic lava exposed at or very near the surface of Earth. Along with definition of Skarn and Basalt, get to know about Properties of Skarn and Basalt. Get to know more information about Skarn and Basalt origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Skarn and Basalt

The history of Skarn and Basalt 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 Basalt Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Skarn and Basalt

Along with Skarn and Basalt definition, know more about the etymology of Skarn and Basalt. Etymology of Skarn and Basalt gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Skarn and Formation of Basalt. 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 Basalt 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 Basalt belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Skarn and Basalt are listed below.

For Skarn,

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

For Basalt,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock