Dolomite and Arkose Definition

Definition of Dolomite and Arkose

The general Dolomite and Arkose 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, Arkose is a sedimentary rock, specifically a type of sandstone containing at least 25% feldspar. Along with definition of Dolomite and Arkose, get to know about Properties of Dolomite and Arkose. Get to know more information about Dolomite and Arkose origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Dolomite and Arkose

The history of Dolomite and Arkose 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 Arkose Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Dolomite and Arkose

Along with Dolomite and Arkose definition, know more about the etymology of Dolomite and Arkose. Etymology of Dolomite and Arkose gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Dolomite and Formation of Arkose. The etymology of Dolomite is From French, from the name of Dolomieu (1750–1801), the French geologist who discovered the rock while that of Arkose 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 and Arkose belong to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Dolomite and Arkose 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 Arkose,

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