Dolomite and Granite Definition

Definition of Dolomite and Granite

The general Dolomite and Granite 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, Granite is a very hard, granular, crystalline igneous rock which consists mainly of quartz, mica, and feldspar and is often used as building stone. Along with definition of Dolomite and Granite, get to know about Properties of Dolomite and Granite. Get to know more information about Dolomite and Granite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Dolomite and Granite

The history of Dolomite and Granite 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 Granite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Dolomite and Granite

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

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