Conglomerate and Diatomite Definition

Definition of Conglomerate and Diatomite

The general Conglomerate and Diatomite definition can be stated as: Conglomerate is a sedimentary rock which forms from rounded gravel and boulder sized clasts which are cemented together in a matrix. On the other hand, Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth. Along with definition of Conglomerate and Diatomite, get to know about Properties of Conglomerate and Diatomite. Get to know more information about Conglomerate and Diatomite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Conglomerate and Diatomite

The history of Conglomerate 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.

Conglomerate and Diatomite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Conglomerate and Diatomite

Along with Conglomerate and Diatomite definition, know more about the etymology of Conglomerate and Diatomite. Etymology of Conglomerate and Diatomite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Conglomerate and Formation of Diatomite. The etymology of Conglomerate is From Latin conglomeratus, to roll together, i.e. from com together + glomerare to gather into a ball, from glomus (genitive glomeris) a ball while that of Diatomite is From Latin conglomeratus, to roll together, i.e. from com together + glomerare to gather into a ball, from glomus (genitive glomeris) a ball. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Conglomerate and Diatomite belong to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Conglomerate and Diatomite are listed below.

For Conglomerate,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft 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