Andesite and Itacolumite Definition

Definition of Andesite and Itacolumite

The general Andesite and Itacolumite 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, A yellow sandstone which is flexible when cut into thin strips. Along with definition of Andesite and Itacolumite, get to know about Properties of Andesite and Itacolumite. Get to know more information about Andesite and Itacolumite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Andesite and Itacolumite

The history of Andesite and Itacolumite 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 Itacolumite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Andesite and Itacolumite

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

For Andesite,

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

For Itacolumite,

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