Diamictite and Granite Definition

Definition of Diamictite and Granite

The general Diamictite and Granite definition can be stated as: Diamictite is a sedimentary rock that consists of non-sorted to poorly sorted terrigenous sediment containing particles that range in size from clay to boulders, suspended in a matrix of mudstone or sandstone. On the other hand, Granite is a very hard, granular, crystalline igneous rock which consists mainly of quartz, mica, and feldspar and is often used as building stone. Along with definition of Diamictite and Granite, get to know about Properties of Diamictite and Granite. Get to know more information about Diamictite and Granite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Diamictite and Granite

The history of Diamictite and Granite 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.

Diamictite and Granite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Diamictite and Granite

Along with Diamictite and Granite definition, know more about the etymology of Diamictite and Granite. Etymology of Diamictite and Granite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Diamictite and Formation of Granite. The etymology of Diamictite is From Greek dia through and meiktós or mixed while that of Granite is From Greek dia through and meiktós or mixed. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Diamictite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Granite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Diamictite and Granite are listed below.

For Diamictite,

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

For Granite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock