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Diatomite and Soapstone Definition


Soapstone and Diatomite Definition


Definition

Definition
Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth   
It is a metamorphic magnesium rich rock because it is composed of the mineral talc   

History
  
  

Origin
Germany   
USA   

Discoverer
Unknown   
Unknown   

Etymology
From diatom + -ite1   
From 17th century, because of its greasy feel and use like a soap   

Class
Sedimentary Rocks   
Metamorphic Rocks   

Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Soft Rock   
Durable Rock, Soft Rock   

Family
  
  

Group
Not Applicable   
Not Applicable   

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

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Definition of Diatomite and Soapstone

The general Diatomite and Soapstone definition can be stated as: Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth. On the other hand, It is a metamorphic magnesium rich rock because it is composed of the mineral talc. Along with definition of Diatomite and Soapstone, get to know about Properties of Diatomite and Soapstone. Get to know more information about Diatomite and Soapstone origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

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History of Diatomite and Soapstone

The history of Diatomite and Soapstone 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 Soapstone Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Diatomite and Soapstone

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

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