Dolomite and Sovite Definition

Definition of Dolomite and Sovite

The general Dolomite and Sovite 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, Sovite is a coarse-grained variety of carbonatite which belongs to intrusive igneous rock. Along with definition of Dolomite and Sovite, get to know about Properties of Dolomite and Sovite. Get to know more information about Dolomite and Sovite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Dolomite and Sovite

The history of Dolomite and Sovite 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 Sovite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Dolomite and Sovite

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

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