Skarn and Diamictite Definition

Definition of Skarn and Diamictite

The general Skarn and Diamictite 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, Diamictite is a sedimentary rock that consists of non-sorted to poorly sorted terrigenous sediment containing particles that range in size from clay to boulders, suspended in a matrix of mudstone or sandstone. Along with definition of Skarn and Diamictite, get to know about Properties of Skarn and Diamictite. Get to know more information about Skarn and Diamictite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Skarn and Diamictite

The history of Skarn and Diamictite 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 Diamictite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Skarn and Diamictite

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

For Skarn,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group:
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock

For Diamictite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group:
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock