Skarn and Pumice Definition

Definition of Skarn and Pumice

The general Skarn and Pumice 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, Pumice is a volcanic rock that consists of highly vesicular rough textured volcanic glass, which may or may not contain crystals. Along with definition of Skarn and Pumice, get to know about Properties of Skarn and Pumice. Get to know more information about Skarn and Pumice origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Skarn and Pumice

The history of Skarn and Pumice 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 Pumice Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Skarn and Pumice

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

For Skarn,

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

For Pumice,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock