Conglomerate and Oolite Definition

Definition of Conglomerate and Oolite

The general Conglomerate and Oolite 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, Oolite is a sedimentary rock formed from ooids, spherical grains which are composed of concentric layers of calcite. Along with definition of Conglomerate and Oolite, get to know about Properties of Conglomerate and Oolite. Get to know more information about Conglomerate and Oolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Conglomerate and Oolite

The history of Conglomerate and Oolite 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 Oolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Conglomerate and Oolite

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

For Conglomerate,

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

For Oolite,

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