Dolomite and Shale Definition

Definition of Dolomite and Shale

The general Dolomite and Shale 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, Shale is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed by the compaction of silt and clay-size mineral particles. Along with definition of Dolomite and Shale, get to know about Properties of Dolomite and Shale. Get to know more information about Dolomite and Shale origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Dolomite and Shale

The history of Dolomite and Shale 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 Shale Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Dolomite and Shale

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

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