Dolomite and Dolomite Definition

Definition of Dolomite and Dolomite

The general Dolomite and Dolomite 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, Dolomite is a sedimentary rock containing more than 50 percent of the mineral dolomite by weight. Along with definition of Dolomite and Dolomite, get to know about Properties of Dolomite and Dolomite. Get to know more information about Dolomite and Dolomite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Dolomite and Dolomite

The history of Dolomite and Dolomite 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 Dolomite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Dolomite and Dolomite

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