Dolomite and Itacolumite Definition

Definition of Dolomite and Itacolumite

The general Dolomite and Itacolumite 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, A yellow sandstone which is flexible when cut into thin strips. Along with definition of Dolomite and Itacolumite, get to know about Properties of Dolomite and Itacolumite. Get to know more information about Dolomite and Itacolumite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Dolomite and Itacolumite

The history of Dolomite and Itacolumite 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 Itacolumite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Dolomite and Itacolumite

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock and Opaque rock