Dolomite and Ijolite Definition

Definition of Dolomite and Ijolite

The general Dolomite and Ijolite 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, Ijolite is an intrusive igneous rock which is composed mainly of nepheline and an alkali pyroxene, usually aegirine-augite. Along with definition of Dolomite and Ijolite, get to know about Properties of Dolomite and Ijolite. Get to know more information about Dolomite and Ijolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Dolomite and Ijolite

The history of Dolomite and Ijolite 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 Ijolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Dolomite and Ijolite

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

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