Diamictite and Picrite Definition

Definition of Diamictite and Picrite

The general Diamictite and Picrite 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, Picrite is a variety of high-magnesium olivine basalt that is very rich in the mineral olivine. Along with definition of Diamictite and Picrite, get to know about Properties of Diamictite and Picrite. Get to know more information about Diamictite and Picrite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Diamictite and Picrite

The history of Diamictite and Picrite 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 Picrite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Diamictite and Picrite

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

For Diamictite,

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

For Picrite,

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