Diamictite and Lignite Definition

Definition of Diamictite and Lignite

The general Diamictite and Lignite 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, Lignite is a soft brownish coal which shows traces of plants and is intermediate between bituminous coal and peat. Along with definition of Diamictite and Lignite, get to know about Properties of Diamictite and Lignite. Get to know more information about Diamictite and Lignite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Diamictite and Lignite

The history of Diamictite and Lignite 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 Lignite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Diamictite and Lignite

Along with Diamictite and Lignite definition, know more about the etymology of Diamictite and Lignite. Etymology of Diamictite and Lignite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Diamictite and Formation of Lignite. The etymology of Diamictite is From Greek dia through and meiktós or mixed while that of Lignite 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 and Lignite belong to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Diamictite and Lignite are listed below.

For Diamictite,

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

For Lignite,

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