Dolomite and Peridotite Definition

Definition of Dolomite and Peridotite

The general Dolomite and Peridotite 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, Peridotite is a dense, coarse-grained plutonic is the main constituent of the earth's mantle. Along with definition of Dolomite and Peridotite, get to know about Properties of Dolomite and Peridotite. Get to know more information about Dolomite and Peridotite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Dolomite and Peridotite

The history of Dolomite and Peridotite 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 Peridotite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Dolomite and Peridotite

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

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