Dolomite and Lignite Definition

Definition of Dolomite and Lignite

The general Dolomite and Lignite 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, Lignite is a soft brownish coal which shows traces of plants and is intermediate between bituminous coal and peat. Along with definition of Dolomite and Lignite, get to know about Properties of Dolomite and Lignite. Get to know more information about Dolomite and Lignite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Dolomite and Lignite

The history of Dolomite and Lignite 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 Lignite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Dolomite and Lignite

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

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