Trondhjemite and Diatomite Definition

Definition of Trondhjemite and Diatomite

The general Trondhjemite and Diatomite definition can be stated as: Trondhjemite is a leucocratic (light-colored) intrusive igneous rock. It is a variety of tonalite in which the plagioclase is mostly in the form of oligoclase. Trondhjemites are sometimes known as plagiogranites.. On the other hand, Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth. Along with definition of Trondhjemite and Diatomite, get to know about Properties of Trondhjemite and Diatomite. Get to know more information about Trondhjemite and Diatomite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Trondhjemite and Diatomite

The history of Trondhjemite and Diatomite 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.

Trondhjemite and Diatomite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Trondhjemite and Diatomite

Along with Trondhjemite and Diatomite definition, know more about the etymology of Trondhjemite and Diatomite. Etymology of Trondhjemite and Diatomite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Trondhjemite and Formation of Diatomite. The etymology of Trondhjemite is not available while that of Diatomite is not available. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Trondhjemite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Diatomite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Trondhjemite and Diatomite are listed below.

For Trondhjemite,

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

For Diatomite,

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