Diatomite and Basanite  Definition

Definition of Diatomite and Basanite 

The general Diatomite and Basanite  definition can be stated as: Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth. On the other hand, Basanite is a black basaltic rock which mainly contains plagioclase, augite, olivine and nepheline and is formerly used as a touchstone. Along with definition of Diatomite and Basanite , get to know about Properties of Diatomite and Basanite . Get to know more information about Diatomite and Basanite  origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Diatomite and Basanite 

The history of Diatomite and Basanite  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.

Diatomite and Basanite  Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Diatomite and Basanite 

Along with Diatomite and Basanite  definition, know more about the etymology of Diatomite and Basanite . Etymology of Diatomite and Basanite  gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Diatomite and Formation of Basanite . The etymology of Diatomite is From diatom + -ite1 while that of Basanite  is From diatom + -ite1. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Diatomite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Basanite  belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Diatomite and Basanite  are listed below.

For Diatomite,

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

For Basanite ,

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