Skarn and Phonolite Definition

Definition of Skarn and Phonolite

The general Skarn and Phonolite 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, Phonolite is an uncommon extrusive igneous rock volcanic rock of intermediate chemical composition between felsic and mafic. Along with definition of Skarn and Phonolite, get to know about Properties of Skarn and Phonolite. Get to know more information about Skarn and Phonolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Skarn and Phonolite

The history of Skarn and Phonolite 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 Phonolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Skarn and Phonolite

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

For Skarn,

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

For Phonolite,

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