Skarn and Phyllite Definition

Definition of Skarn and Phyllite

The general Skarn and Phyllite 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, Phyllite is a fine-grained metamorphic rock with a well-developed laminar structure, and is intermediate between slate and schist rocks. Along with definition of Skarn and Phyllite, get to know about Properties of Skarn and Phyllite. Get to know more information about Skarn and Phyllite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Skarn and Phyllite

The history of Skarn and Phyllite 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 Phyllite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Skarn and Phyllite

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

For Skarn,

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

For Phyllite,

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