Diatomite and Slate Definition

Definition of Diatomite and Slate

The general Diatomite and Slate definition can be stated as: Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth. On the other hand, Slate is a fine-grained, foliated, homogeneous metamorphic rock derived from an original shale-type sedimentary rock composed of clay or volcanic ash through low-grade regional metamorphism. Along with definition of Diatomite and Slate, get to know about Properties of Diatomite and Slate. Get to know more information about Diatomite and Slate origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Diatomite and Slate

The history of Diatomite and Slate 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 Slate Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Diatomite and Slate

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

For Diatomite,

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

For Slate,

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