Skarn and Dolomite Definition

Definition of Skarn and Dolomite

The general Skarn and Dolomite 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, Dolomite is a sedimentary rock containing more than 50 percent of the mineral dolomite by weight. Along with definition of Skarn and Dolomite, get to know about Properties of Skarn and Dolomite. Get to know more information about Skarn and Dolomite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Skarn and Dolomite

The history of Skarn and Dolomite 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 Dolomite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Skarn and Dolomite

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

For Skarn,

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

For Dolomite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock