Diatomite and Pyroxenite Definition

Definition of Diatomite and Pyroxenite

The general Diatomite and Pyroxenite definition can be stated as: Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth. On the other hand, Pyroxenite is a dark, greenish, granular intrusive igneous rock consisting mainly of pyroxenes and olivine. Along with definition of Diatomite and Pyroxenite, get to know about Properties of Diatomite and Pyroxenite. Get to know more information about Diatomite and Pyroxenite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Diatomite and Pyroxenite

The history of Diatomite and Pyroxenite 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 Pyroxenite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Diatomite and Pyroxenite

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

For Diatomite,

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

For Pyroxenite,

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