Skarn and Shale Definition

Definition of Skarn and Shale

The general Skarn and Shale 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, Shale is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed by the compaction of silt and clay-size mineral particles. Along with definition of Skarn and Shale, get to know about Properties of Skarn and Shale. Get to know more information about Skarn and Shale origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Skarn and Shale

The history of Skarn and Shale 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 Shale Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Skarn and Shale

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

For Skarn,

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

For Shale,

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