Dolomite and Granodiorite Definition

Definition of Dolomite and Granodiorite

The general Dolomite and Granodiorite 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, Granodiorite is a coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock containing quartz and plagioclase, and which has composition in between granite and diorite. Along with definition of Dolomite and Granodiorite, get to know about Properties of Dolomite and Granodiorite. Get to know more information about Dolomite and Granodiorite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Dolomite and Granodiorite

The history of Dolomite and Granodiorite 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 Granodiorite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Dolomite and Granodiorite

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

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