Anthracite and Sovite Definition

Definition of Anthracite and Sovite

The general Anthracite and Sovite definition can be stated as: Anthracite is a type of sedimentary rock which is hard and is variety of coal that has high luster. On the other hand, Sovite is a coarse-grained variety of carbonatite which belongs to intrusive igneous rock. Along with definition of Anthracite and Sovite, get to know about Properties of Anthracite and Sovite. Get to know more information about Anthracite and Sovite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Anthracite and Sovite

The history of Anthracite and Sovite 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.

Anthracite and Sovite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Anthracite and Sovite

Along with Anthracite and Sovite definition, know more about the etymology of Anthracite and Sovite. Etymology of Anthracite and Sovite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Anthracite and Formation of Sovite. The etymology of Anthracite is From Greek anthrakites, from anthrax, anthrak meaning coal while that of Sovite is From Greek anthrakites, from anthrax, anthrak meaning coal. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Anthracite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Sovite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Anthracite and Sovite are listed below.

For Anthracite,

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

For Sovite,

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