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Definition

Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth

History

Origin

Germany

Discoverer

Unknown

Etymology

From diatom + -ite1

Class

Sedimentary Rocks

Sub-Class

Durable Rock, Soft Rock

Family

Group

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Other Categories

Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock

Define Diatomite

Diatomite is one of the important type of rocks. If we have to define Diatomite in general, . Diatomite comes under Sedimentary Rocks. All have similar properties and formation process. Along with Diatomite Definition, know more about the History of Diatomite, Etymology of Diatomite in next sections.