Arkose and Latite Definition

Definition of Arkose and Latite

The general Arkose and Latite definition can be stated as: Arkose is a sedimentary rock, specifically a type of sandstone containing at least 25% feldspar. On the other hand, Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. Along with definition of Arkose and Latite, get to know about Properties of Arkose and Latite. Get to know more information about Arkose and Latite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Arkose and Latite

The history of Arkose and Latite 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 Latite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Arkose and Latite

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

For Arkose,

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

For Latite,

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