Arkose and Diamictite Definition

Definition of Arkose and Diamictite

The general Arkose and Diamictite definition can be stated as: Arkose is a sedimentary rock, specifically a type of sandstone containing at least 25% feldspar. On the other hand, Diamictite is a sedimentary rock that consists of non-sorted to poorly sorted terrigenous sediment containing particles that range in size from clay to boulders, suspended in a matrix of mudstone or sandstone. Along with definition of Arkose and Diamictite, get to know about Properties of Arkose and Diamictite. Get to know more information about Arkose and Diamictite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Arkose and Diamictite

The history of Arkose and Diamictite 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.

Arkose and Diamictite Origin and Discoverer

Arkose and Diamictite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Arkose and Diamictite. In this section, you will know about Arkose and Diamictite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Arkose is France whereas Origin of Diamictite is Southern Mongolia. It is interesting to know the name of Arkose and Diamictite discoverer. The Discoverer of Arkose is Alexandre Brongniart and the discoverer of Diamictite is Unknown.

Etymology of Arkose and Diamictite

Along with Arkose and Diamictite definition, know more about the etymology of Arkose and Diamictite. Etymology of Arkose and Diamictite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Arkose and Formation of Diamictite. The etymology of Arkose is From Auvergne region of France used by a French geologist Alexandre Brongniart in 1826 who applied this term to some feldspathic sandstones while that of Diamictite is From Auvergne region of France used by a French geologist Alexandre Brongniart in 1826 who applied this term to some feldspathic sandstones. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Arkose and Diamictite belong to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Arkose and Diamictite are listed below.

For Arkose,

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

For Diamictite,

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