Conglomerate and Latite Definition

Definition of Conglomerate and Latite

The general Conglomerate and Latite 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, Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. Along with definition of Conglomerate and Latite, get to know about Properties of Conglomerate and Latite. Get to know more information about Conglomerate and Latite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Conglomerate and Latite

The history of Conglomerate 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.

Conglomerate and Latite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Conglomerate and Latite

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

For Conglomerate,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft 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