Arkose and Diatomite Definition

Definition of Arkose and Diatomite

The general Arkose and Diatomite definition can be stated as: Arkose is a sedimentary rock, specifically a type of sandstone containing at least 25% feldspar. On the other hand, Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth. Along with definition of Arkose and Diatomite, get to know about Properties of Arkose and Diatomite. Get to know more information about Arkose and Diatomite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Arkose and Diatomite

The history of Arkose 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.

Arkose and Diatomite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Arkose and Diatomite

Along with Arkose and Diatomite definition, know more about the etymology of Arkose and Diatomite. Etymology of Arkose and Diatomite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Arkose and Formation of Diatomite. 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 Diatomite 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 Diatomite belong to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Arkose and Diatomite are listed below.

For Arkose,

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