Dolomite and Scoria Definition

Definition of Dolomite and Scoria

The general Dolomite and Scoria 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, Scoria is a dark-colored extrusive igneous rock with abundant round bubble-like cavities. Along with definition of Dolomite and Scoria, get to know about Properties of Dolomite and Scoria. Get to know more information about Dolomite and Scoria origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Dolomite and Scoria

The history of Dolomite and Scoria 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 Scoria Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Dolomite and Scoria

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

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