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Diatomite and Peridotite Definition


Peridotite and Diatomite Definition


Definition

Definition
Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth   
Peridotite is a dense, coarse-grained plutonic is the main constituent of the earth's mantle   

History
  
  

Origin
Germany   
Pike County, U.S   

Discoverer
Unknown   
Unknown   

Etymology
From diatom + -ite1   
From French, from peridot +‎ -ite   

Class
Sedimentary Rocks   
Igneous Rocks   

Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Soft Rock   
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock   

Family
  
  

Group
Not Applicable   
Plutonic   

Other Categories
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock   
Coarse Grained Rock, Opaque Rock   

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Definition of Diatomite and Peridotite

The general Diatomite and Peridotite definition can be stated as: Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth. On the other hand, Peridotite is a dense, coarse-grained plutonic is the main constituent of the earth's mantle. Along with definition of Diatomite and Peridotite, get to know about Properties of Diatomite and Peridotite. Get to know more information about Diatomite and Peridotite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

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History of Diatomite and Peridotite

The history of Diatomite and Peridotite 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 Peridotite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Diatomite and Peridotite

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

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