Trachyandesite and Marble Definition

Definition of Trachyandesite and Marble

The general Trachyandesite and Marble definition can be stated as: Trachyandesite is an extrusive igneous rock.. 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 Trachyandesite and Marble, get to know about Properties of Trachyandesite and Marble. Get to know more information about Trachyandesite and Marble origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Trachyandesite and Marble

The history of Trachyandesite 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.

Trachyandesite and Marble Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Trachyandesite and Marble

Along with Trachyandesite and Marble definition, know more about the etymology of Trachyandesite and Marble. Etymology of Trachyandesite and Marble gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Trachyandesite and Formation of Marble. The etymology of Trachyandesite is From French trachyandésite, trachy + andésite andesite, a lava intermediate in composition between trachyte and andesite while that of Marble is From French trachyandésite, trachy + andésite andesite, a lava intermediate in composition between trachyte and andesite. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Trachyandesite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Marble belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Trachyandesite and Marble are listed below.

For Trachyandesite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• 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