Diatomite and Felsite Definition

Definition of Diatomite and Felsite

The general Diatomite and Felsite definition can be stated as: Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth. On the other hand, Felsite is a very fine grained volcanic rock that may or may not contain larger crystals and light colored rock that typically requires petrographic examination or chemical analysis for more precise definition. Along with definition of Diatomite and Felsite, get to know about Properties of Diatomite and Felsite. Get to know more information about Diatomite and Felsite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Diatomite and Felsite

The history of Diatomite and Felsite 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 Felsite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Diatomite and Felsite

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

For Diatomite,

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

For Felsite,

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