Chert and Diatomite Definition

Definition of Chert and Diatomite

The general Chert and Diatomite definition can be stated as: Chert is a hard, dark, opaque sedimentary rock which is composed of silica with an amorphous fine-grained texture. On the other hand, Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth. Along with definition of Chert and Diatomite, get to know about Properties of Chert and Diatomite. Get to know more information about Chert and Diatomite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Chert and Diatomite

The history of Chert 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.

Chert and Diatomite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Chert and Diatomite

Along with Chert and Diatomite definition, know more about the etymology of Chert and Diatomite. Etymology of Chert and Diatomite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Chert and Formation of Diatomite. The etymology of Chert is From flint-like quartz, 1670s, of unknown origin- a local term, which has been taken into geological use while that of Diatomite is From flint-like quartz, 1670s, of unknown origin- a local term, which has been taken into geological use. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Chert and Diatomite belong to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Chert and Diatomite are listed below.

For Chert,

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