Andesite and Dolomite Definition

Definition of Andesite and Dolomite

The general Andesite and Dolomite 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, Dolomite is a sedimentary rock containing more than 50 percent of the mineral dolomite by weight. Along with definition of Andesite and Dolomite, get to know about Properties of Andesite and Dolomite. Get to know more information about Andesite and Dolomite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Andesite and Dolomite

The history of Andesite and Dolomite 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 Dolomite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Andesite and Dolomite

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

For Andesite,

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

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