Taconite and Chalk Definition

Definition of Taconite and Chalk

The general Taconite and Chalk definition can be stated as: Taconite is a low-grade iron ore which belongs to sedimentary rock and containing about 27% iron and 51% silica. On the other hand, Chalk is a soft, white, powdery limestone consisting mainly of fossil shells of foraminifers. Along with definition of Taconite and Chalk, get to know about Properties of Taconite and Chalk. Get to know more information about Taconite and Chalk origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Taconite and Chalk

The history of Taconite and Chalk 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.

Taconite and Chalk Origin and Discoverer

Taconite and Chalk definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Taconite and Chalk. In this section, you will know about Taconite and Chalk Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Taconite is Western Australia, Minnesota whereas Origin of Chalk is . It is interesting to know the name of Taconite and Chalk discoverer. The Discoverer of Taconite is Newton Horace Winchell and the discoverer of Chalk is Unknown.

Etymology of Taconite and Chalk

Along with Taconite and Chalk definition, know more about the etymology of Taconite and Chalk. Etymology of Taconite and Chalk gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Taconite and Formation of Chalk. The etymology of Taconite is From the name of Taconic Mountains in New England while that of Chalk is From the name of Taconic Mountains in New England. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Taconite and Chalk belong to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Taconite and Chalk are listed below.

For Taconite,

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

For Chalk,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group:
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock