Taconite and Marble Definition

Definition of Taconite and Marble

The general Taconite and Marble 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, 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 Taconite and Marble, get to know about Properties of Taconite and Marble. Get to know more information about Taconite and Marble origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Taconite and Marble

The history of Taconite 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.

Taconite and Marble Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Taconite and Marble

Along with Taconite and Marble definition, know more about the etymology of Taconite and Marble. Etymology of Taconite and Marble gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Taconite and Formation of Marble. The etymology of Taconite is From the name of Taconic Mountains in New England while that of Marble 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 belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Marble belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Taconite and Marble are listed below.

For Taconite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse 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