Dolomite and Phonolite Definition

Definition of Dolomite and Phonolite

The general Dolomite and Phonolite 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, Phonolite is an uncommon extrusive igneous rock volcanic rock of intermediate chemical composition between felsic and mafic. Along with definition of Dolomite and Phonolite, get to know about Properties of Dolomite and Phonolite. Get to know more information about Dolomite and Phonolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Dolomite and Phonolite

The history of Dolomite and Phonolite 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 Phonolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Dolomite and Phonolite

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

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