Taconite and Scoria Definition

Definition of Taconite and Scoria

The general Taconite and Scoria 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, Scoria is a dark-colored extrusive igneous rock with abundant round bubble-like cavities. Along with definition of Taconite and Scoria, get to know about Properties of Taconite and Scoria. Get to know more information about Taconite and Scoria origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Taconite and Scoria

The history of Taconite and Scoria 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 Scoria Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Taconite and Scoria

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

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