Diatomite and Serpentinite Definition

Definition of Diatomite and Serpentinite

The general Diatomite and Serpentinite definition can be stated as: Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth. On the other hand, A hydration and metamorphic transformation of ultramafic rock from the Earth's mantle is called as serpentinization, a group of minerals is formed by serpentinization compose rock 'serpentinite'.. Along with definition of Diatomite and Serpentinite, get to know about Properties of Diatomite and Serpentinite. Get to know more information about Diatomite and Serpentinite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Diatomite and Serpentinite

The history of Diatomite and Serpentinite 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 Serpentinite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Diatomite and Serpentinite

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

For Diatomite,

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

For Serpentinite,

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