Skarn and Schist Definition

Definition of Skarn and Schist

The general Skarn and Schist 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, Schist is a medium grade metamorphic rock with medium to large, flat, sheet like grains in a preferred orientation. Along with definition of Skarn and Schist, get to know about Properties of Skarn and Schist. Get to know more information about Skarn and Schist origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Skarn and Schist

The history of Skarn and Schist 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 Schist Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Skarn and Schist

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

For Skarn,

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

For Schist,

• 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