Dolomite and Andesite Definition

Definition of Dolomite and Andesite

The general Dolomite and Andesite definition can be stated as: Dolomite is a sedimentary rock containing more than 50 percent of the mineral dolomite by weight. On the other hand, Andesite is a dark, fine-grained, brown or greyish intermediate volcanic rock which is a commonly found in lava. Along with definition of Dolomite and Andesite, get to know about Properties of Dolomite and Andesite. Get to know more information about Dolomite and Andesite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Dolomite and Andesite

The history of Dolomite and Andesite 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.

Dolomite and Andesite Origin and Discoverer

Dolomite and Andesite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Dolomite and Andesite. In this section, you will know about Dolomite and Andesite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Dolomite is Southern Alps, France whereas Origin of Andesite is North America. It is interesting to know the name of Dolomite and Andesite discoverer. The Discoverer of Dolomite is Dolomieu and the discoverer of Andesite is Unknown.

Etymology of Dolomite and Andesite

Along with Dolomite and Andesite definition, know more about the etymology of Dolomite and Andesite. Etymology of Dolomite and Andesite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Dolomite and Formation of Andesite. The etymology of Dolomite is From French, from the name of Dolomieu (1750–1801), the French geologist who discovered the rock while that of Andesite is From French, from the name of Dolomieu (1750–1801), the French geologist who discovered the rock. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Dolomite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Andesite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Dolomite and Andesite are listed below.

For Dolomite,

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

For Andesite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock