Diamictite and Tachylite Definition

Definition of Diamictite and Tachylite

The general Diamictite and Tachylite 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, Tachylite is a vitreous form of basaltic volcanic glass. This glass is formed naturally by the rapid cooling of molten basalt. Along with definition of Diamictite and Tachylite, get to know about Properties of Diamictite and Tachylite. Get to know more information about Diamictite and Tachylite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Diamictite and Tachylite

The history of Diamictite and Tachylite 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 Tachylite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Diamictite and Tachylite

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

For Diamictite,

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

For Tachylite,

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