Diatomite and Wehrlite Definition

Definition of Diatomite and Wehrlite

The general Diatomite and Wehrlite definition can be stated as: Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth. On the other hand, Wehrlite is an ultramafic and ultrabasic rock that is a mixture of olivine and clinopyroxene. It is a subdivision of the peridotites. Along with definition of Diatomite and Wehrlite, get to know about Properties of Diatomite and Wehrlite. Get to know more information about Diatomite and Wehrlite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Diatomite and Wehrlite

The history of Diatomite and Wehrlite 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 Wehrlite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Diatomite and Wehrlite

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

For Diatomite,

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

For Wehrlite,

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