Diatomite and Epidosite Definition

Definition of Diatomite and Epidosite

The general Diatomite and Epidosite definition can be stated as: Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth. On the other hand, Epidosite is a highly altered epidote and quartz bearing rock which is a type of metasomatite, essentially altered basalt. Along with definition of Diatomite and Epidosite, get to know about Properties of Diatomite and Epidosite. Get to know more information about Diatomite and Epidosite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Diatomite and Epidosite

The history of Diatomite and Epidosite 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 Epidosite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Diatomite and Epidosite

Along with Diatomite and Epidosite definition, know more about the etymology of Diatomite and Epidosite. Etymology of Diatomite and Epidosite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Diatomite and Formation of Epidosite. The etymology of Diatomite is From diatom + -ite1 while that of Epidosite 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 Epidosite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Diatomite and Epidosite are listed below.

For Diatomite,

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

For Epidosite,

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