Websterite and Marble Definition

Definition of Websterite and Marble

The general Websterite and Marble definition can be stated as: Websterite is ultramafic and ultrabasic rock that consists of roughly equal proportions of orthopyroxene and clinopyroxene. It is a special type of pyroxenite.. 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 Websterite and Marble, get to know about Properties of Websterite and Marble. Get to know more information about Websterite and Marble origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Websterite and Marble

The history of Websterite 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.

Websterite and Marble Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Websterite and Marble

Along with Websterite and Marble definition, know more about the etymology of Websterite and Marble. Etymology of Websterite and Marble gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Websterite and Formation of Marble. The etymology of Websterite is From the town of Webster located in North Carolina while that of Marble is From the town of Webster located in North Carolina. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Websterite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Marble belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Websterite and Marble are listed below.

For Websterite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• 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