Dolomite and Mugearite Definition

Definition of Dolomite and Mugearite

The general Dolomite and Mugearite 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, Mugearite is a type of oligoclase bearing basalt, also comprising of olivine, apatite, and opaque oxides. Along with definition of Dolomite and Mugearite, get to know about Properties of Dolomite and Mugearite. Get to know more information about Dolomite and Mugearite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Dolomite and Mugearite

The history of Dolomite and Mugearite 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 Mugearite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Dolomite and Mugearite

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Opaque rock