Dolomite and Diorite Definition

Definition of Dolomite and Diorite

The general Dolomite and Diorite 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, Diorite is a grey to dark-grey intermediate intrusive igneous rock composed principally of plagioclase feldspar,biotite, hornblende, and pyroxene. Along with definition of Dolomite and Diorite, get to know about Properties of Dolomite and Diorite. Get to know more information about Dolomite and Diorite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Dolomite and Diorite

The history of Dolomite and Diorite 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 Diorite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Dolomite and Diorite

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock