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Diatomite and Wackestone Definition

1 Definition
1.1 Definition
Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth
A carbonate rock which is matrix supported and contains over 10% allochems in a carbonate mud matrix.
1.2 History
1.2.1 Origin
Germany
Unknown
1.2.2 Discoverer
Unknown
Unknown
1.3 Etymology
From diatom + -ite1
From the English mud and stone, from low German mudde and stainaz
1.4 Class
Sedimentary Rocks
Sedimentary Rocks
1.4.1 Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Soft Rock
Durable Rock, Soft Rock
1.5 Family
1.5.1 Group
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
1.6 Other Categories
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock

Definition of Diatomite and Wackestone

The general Diatomite and Wackestone definition can be stated as: Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth. On the other hand, A carbonate rock which is matrix supported and contains over 10% allochems in a carbonate mud matrix.. Along with definition of Diatomite and Wackestone, get to know about Properties of Diatomite and Wackestone. Get to know more information about Diatomite and Wackestone origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Diatomite and Wackestone

The history of Diatomite and Wackestone 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 Wackestone Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Diatomite and Wackestone

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

For Diatomite,

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

For Wackestone,

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