Slate and Marble Definition

Definition of Slate and Marble

The general Slate and Marble definition can be stated as: Slate is a fine-grained, foliated, homogeneous metamorphic rock derived from an original shale-type sedimentary rock composed of clay or volcanic ash through low-grade regional metamorphism. On the other hand, Marble is a non-foliated metamorphic rock which is composed of recrystallized carbonate which is formed when limestone is exposed to high temperatures and pressures over a long time. Along with definition of Slate and Marble, get to know about Properties of Slate and Marble. Get to know more information about Slate and Marble origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Slate and Marble

The history of Slate and Marble 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.

Slate and Marble Origin and Discoverer

Slate and Marble definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Slate and Marble. In this section, you will know about Slate and Marble Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Slate is England whereas Origin of Marble is Egypt. It is interesting to know the name of Slate and Marble discoverer. The discoverer of Slate and Marble are Unknown.

Etymology of Slate and Marble

Along with Slate and Marble definition, know more about the etymology of Slate and Marble. Etymology of Slate and Marble gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Slate and Formation of Marble. The etymology of Slate is From Old French esclate, from esclat (French éclat) while that of Marble is From Old French esclate, from esclat (French éclat). The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Slate and Marble belong to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Slate and Marble are listed below.

For Slate,

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

For Marble,

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