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Diatomite and Hyaloclastite  Definition

1 Definition
1.1 Definition
Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth
Hyaloclastite is an aggregate of fine, glassy debris formed by the sudden contact of hot, coherent magma and cold water or water-saturated sediment
1.2 History
1.2.1 Origin
Germany
Unknown
1.2.2 Discoverer
Unknown
Unknown
1.3 Etymology
From diatom + -ite1
From hyalo +‎ -ite
1.4 Class
Sedimentary Rocks
Igneous Rocks
1.4.1 Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Soft Rock
Durable Rock, Soft Rock
1.5 Family
1.5.1 Group
Not Applicable
Volcanic
1.6 Other Categories
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock

Definition of Diatomite and Hyaloclastite 

The general Diatomite and Hyaloclastite  definition can be stated as: Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth. On the other hand, Hyaloclastite is an aggregate of fine, glassy debris formed by the sudden contact of hot, coherent magma and cold water or water-saturated sediment. Along with definition of Diatomite and Hyaloclastite  , get to know about Properties of Diatomite and Hyaloclastite  . Get to know more information about Diatomite and Hyaloclastite  origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Diatomite and Hyaloclastite 

The history of Diatomite and Hyaloclastite  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 Hyaloclastite  Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Diatomite and Hyaloclastite 

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

For Diatomite,

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

For Hyaloclastite  ,

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