Greywacke and Itacolumite Definition

Definition of Greywacke and Itacolumite

The general Greywacke and Itacolumite definition can be stated as: Greywacke is defined as a dark coarse-grained sandstone rock which contains more than 15 per cent clay. On the other hand, A yellow sandstone which is flexible when cut into thin strips. Along with definition of Greywacke and Itacolumite, get to know about Properties of Greywacke and Itacolumite. Get to know more information about Greywacke and Itacolumite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Greywacke and Itacolumite

The history of Greywacke and Itacolumite 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.

Greywacke and Itacolumite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Greywacke and Itacolumite

Along with Greywacke and Itacolumite definition, know more about the etymology of Greywacke and Itacolumite. Etymology of Greywacke and Itacolumite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Greywacke and Formation of Itacolumite. The etymology of Greywacke is From German Grauwacke, from grau grey + wacke while that of Itacolumite is From German Grauwacke, from grau grey + wacke. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Greywacke and Itacolumite belong to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Greywacke and Itacolumite are listed below.

For Greywacke,

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

For Itacolumite,

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