Dolomite and Taconite Definition

Definition of Dolomite and Taconite

The general Dolomite and Taconite 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, Taconite is a low-grade iron ore which belongs to sedimentary rock and containing about 27% iron and 51% silica. Along with definition of Dolomite and Taconite, get to know about Properties of Dolomite and Taconite. Get to know more information about Dolomite and Taconite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Dolomite and Taconite

The history of Dolomite and Taconite 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 Taconite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Dolomite and Taconite

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

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