Itacolumite and Vogesite Definition

Definition of Itacolumite and Vogesite

The general Itacolumite and Vogesite definition can be stated as: A yellow sandstone which is flexible when cut into thin strips. On the other hand, Vogesite is a porphyritic alkaline igneous rock and is a variety of Lamprophyre which is dominated by essential amphibole, usually hornblende, and potassic feldspar. Along with definition of Itacolumite and Vogesite, get to know about Properties of Itacolumite and Vogesite. Get to know more information about Itacolumite and Vogesite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Itacolumite and Vogesite

The history of Itacolumite and Vogesite 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.

Itacolumite and Vogesite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Itacolumite and Vogesite

Along with Itacolumite and Vogesite definition, know more about the etymology of Itacolumite and Vogesite. Etymology of Itacolumite and Vogesite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Itacolumite and Formation of Vogesite. The etymology of Itacolumite is From the name of a mountain range where it was found; Itacolumi mountain in Brazil while that of Vogesite is From the name of a mountain range where it was found; Itacolumi mountain in Brazil. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Itacolumite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Vogesite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Itacolumite and Vogesite are listed below.

For Itacolumite,

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

For Vogesite,

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