Diatomite and Rhomb Porphyry Definition

Definition of Diatomite and Rhomb Porphyry

The general Diatomite and Rhomb Porphyry definition can be stated as: Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth. On the other hand, Rhomb-porphyry is a porphyritic igneous rock with abundant wedge or lens shaped anorthoclase or feldspar phenocrysts. Along with definition of Diatomite and Rhomb Porphyry, get to know about Properties of Diatomite and Rhomb Porphyry. Get to know more information about Diatomite and Rhomb Porphyry origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Diatomite and Rhomb Porphyry

The history of Diatomite and Rhomb Porphyry 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 Rhomb Porphyry Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Diatomite and Rhomb Porphyry

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

For Diatomite,

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

For Rhomb Porphyry,

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