Dolomite and Chert Definition

Definition of Dolomite and Chert

The general Dolomite and Chert 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, Chert is a hard, dark, opaque sedimentary rock which is composed of silica with an amorphous fine-grained texture. Along with definition of Dolomite and Chert, get to know about Properties of Dolomite and Chert. Get to know more information about Dolomite and Chert origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Dolomite and Chert

The history of Dolomite and Chert 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 Chert Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Dolomite and Chert

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

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