Chert and Itacolumite Definition

Definition of Chert and Itacolumite

The general Chert and Itacolumite definition can be stated as: Chert is a hard, dark, opaque sedimentary rock which is composed of silica with an amorphous fine-grained texture. On the other hand, A yellow sandstone which is flexible when cut into thin strips. Along with definition of Chert and Itacolumite, get to know about Properties of Chert and Itacolumite. Get to know more information about Chert and Itacolumite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Chert and Itacolumite

The history of Chert and Itacolumite 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.

Chert and Itacolumite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Chert and Itacolumite

Along with Chert and Itacolumite definition, know more about the etymology of Chert and Itacolumite. Etymology of Chert and Itacolumite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Chert and Formation of Itacolumite. The etymology of Chert is From flint-like quartz, 1670s, of unknown origin- a local term, which has been taken into geological use while that of Itacolumite is From flint-like quartz, 1670s, of unknown origin- a local term, which has been taken into geological use. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Chert and Itacolumite belong to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Chert and Itacolumite are listed below.

For Chert,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock

For Itacolumite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock and Opaque rock