Diatomite and Lamprophyre Definition

Definition of Diatomite and Lamprophyre

The general Diatomite and Lamprophyre definition can be stated as: Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth. On the other hand, Lamprophyre is uncommon igneous rocks primarily occurring as dikes, lopoliths, laccoliths, stocks and small intrusions. Along with definition of Diatomite and Lamprophyre, get to know about Properties of Diatomite and Lamprophyre. Get to know more information about Diatomite and Lamprophyre origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Diatomite and Lamprophyre

The history of Diatomite and Lamprophyre 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 Lamprophyre Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Diatomite and Lamprophyre

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

For Diatomite,

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

For Lamprophyre,

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