Dolomite and Diamictite Definition

Definition of Dolomite and Diamictite

The general Dolomite and Diamictite definition can be stated as: Dolomite is a sedimentary rock containing more than 50 percent of the mineral dolomite by weight. On the other hand, Diamictite is a sedimentary rock that consists of non-sorted to poorly sorted terrigenous sediment containing particles that range in size from clay to boulders, suspended in a matrix of mudstone or sandstone. Along with definition of Dolomite and Diamictite, get to know about Properties of Dolomite and Diamictite. Get to know more information about Dolomite and Diamictite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Dolomite and Diamictite

The history of Dolomite and Diamictite 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.

Dolomite and Diamictite Origin and Discoverer

Dolomite and Diamictite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Dolomite and Diamictite. In this section, you will know about Dolomite and Diamictite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Dolomite is Southern Alps, France whereas Origin of Diamictite is Southern Mongolia. It is interesting to know the name of Dolomite and Diamictite discoverer. The Discoverer of Dolomite is Dolomieu and the discoverer of Diamictite is Unknown.

Etymology of Dolomite and Diamictite

Along with Dolomite and Diamictite definition, know more about the etymology of Dolomite and Diamictite. Etymology of Dolomite and Diamictite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Dolomite and Formation of Diamictite. The etymology of Dolomite is From French, from the name of Dolomieu (1750–1801), the French geologist who discovered the rock while that of Diamictite is From French, from the name of Dolomieu (1750–1801), the French geologist who discovered the rock. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Dolomite and Diamictite belong to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Dolomite and Diamictite are listed below.

For Dolomite,

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

For Diamictite,

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