Diatomite and Pegmatite Definition

Definition of Diatomite and Pegmatite

The general Diatomite and Pegmatite definition can be stated as: Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth. On the other hand, Pegmatite rock is a holocrystalline, intrusive igneous rock which is composed of interlocking phaneritic crystals. Along with definition of Diatomite and Pegmatite, get to know about Properties of Diatomite and Pegmatite. Get to know more information about Diatomite and Pegmatite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Diatomite and Pegmatite

The history of Diatomite and Pegmatite 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 Pegmatite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Diatomite and Pegmatite

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

For Diatomite,

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

For Pegmatite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock