Skarn and Metapelite Definition

Definition of Skarn and Metapelite

The general Skarn and Metapelite 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, Metapelite is an old and currently not widely used field geological term for a clay rich fine-grained clastic sediment or sedimentary rock, i.e. mud or a mudstone. Along with definition of Skarn and Metapelite, get to know about Properties of Skarn and Metapelite. Get to know more information about Skarn and Metapelite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Skarn and Metapelite

The history of Skarn and Metapelite 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 Metapelite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Skarn and Metapelite

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

For Skarn,

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

For Metapelite,

• 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