Dolomite and Chalk Definition

Definition of Dolomite and Chalk

The general Dolomite and Chalk 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, Chalk is a soft, white, powdery limestone consisting mainly of fossil shells of foraminifers. Along with definition of Dolomite and Chalk, get to know about Properties of Dolomite and Chalk. Get to know more information about Dolomite and Chalk origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Dolomite and Chalk

The history of Dolomite and Chalk 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 Chalk Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Dolomite and Chalk

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

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