Granodiorite and Diatomite Definition

Definition of Granodiorite and Diatomite

The general Granodiorite and Diatomite definition can be stated as: Granodiorite is a coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock containing quartz and plagioclase, and which has composition in between granite and diorite. On the other hand, Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth. Along with definition of Granodiorite and Diatomite, get to know about Properties of Granodiorite and Diatomite. Get to know more information about Granodiorite and Diatomite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Granodiorite and Diatomite

The history of Granodiorite and Diatomite 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.

Granodiorite and Diatomite Origin and Discoverer

Granodiorite and Diatomite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Granodiorite and Diatomite. In this section, you will know about Granodiorite and Diatomite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Granodiorite is Unknown whereas Origin of Diatomite is Germany. It is interesting to know the name of Granodiorite and Diatomite discoverer. The discoverer of Granodiorite and Diatomite are Unknown.

Etymology of Granodiorite and Diatomite

Along with Granodiorite and Diatomite definition, know more about the etymology of Granodiorite and Diatomite. Etymology of Granodiorite and Diatomite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Granodiorite and Formation of Diatomite. The etymology of Granodiorite is From granite + diorite while that of Diatomite is From granite + diorite. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Granodiorite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Diatomite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Granodiorite and Diatomite are listed below.

For Granodiorite,

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

For Diatomite,

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