Dolomite and Turbidite Definition

Definition of Dolomite and Turbidite

The general Dolomite and Turbidite 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, A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. Along with definition of Dolomite and Turbidite, get to know about Properties of Dolomite and Turbidite. Get to know more information about Dolomite and Turbidite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Dolomite and Turbidite

The history of Dolomite and Turbidite 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 Turbidite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Dolomite and Turbidite

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock and Opaque rock