Skarn and Conglomerate Definition

Definition of Skarn and Conglomerate

The general Skarn and Conglomerate 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, Conglomerate is a sedimentary rock which forms from rounded gravel and boulder sized clasts which are cemented together in a matrix. Along with definition of Skarn and Conglomerate, get to know about Properties of Skarn and Conglomerate. Get to know more information about Skarn and Conglomerate origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Skarn and Conglomerate

The history of Skarn and Conglomerate 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 Conglomerate Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Skarn and Conglomerate

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

For Skarn,

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

For Conglomerate,

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