Andesite and Diatomite Definition

Definition of Andesite and Diatomite

The general Andesite and Diatomite definition can be stated as: Andesite is a dark, fine-grained, brown or greyish intermediate volcanic rock which is a commonly found in lava. On the other hand, Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth. Along with definition of Andesite and Diatomite, get to know about Properties of Andesite and Diatomite. Get to know more information about Andesite and Diatomite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Andesite and Diatomite

The history of Andesite 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.

Andesite and Diatomite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Andesite and Diatomite

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

For Andesite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Fine 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