Diatomite and Lherzolite Definition

Definition of Diatomite and Lherzolite

The general Diatomite and Lherzolite definition can be stated as: Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth. On the other hand, Lherzolite is a type of ultramafic igneous rock which contains essential olivine and clinopyroxene and orthopyroxene in equal proportions. Along with definition of Diatomite and Lherzolite, get to know about Properties of Diatomite and Lherzolite. Get to know more information about Diatomite and Lherzolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Diatomite and Lherzolite

The history of Diatomite and Lherzolite 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.

Diatomite and Lherzolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Diatomite and Lherzolite

Along with Diatomite and Lherzolite definition, know more about the etymology of Diatomite and Lherzolite. Etymology of Diatomite and Lherzolite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Diatomite and Formation of Lherzolite. The etymology of Diatomite is From diatom + -ite1 while that of Lherzolite is From diatom + -ite1. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Diatomite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Lherzolite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Diatomite and Lherzolite are listed below.

For Diatomite,

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

For Lherzolite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock