Latite and Amphibolite Definition

Definition of Latite and Amphibolite

The general Latite and Amphibolite definition can be stated as: Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. On the other hand, Amphibolite can be defined as a granular metamorphic rock which mainly consist of hornblende and plagioclase. Along with definition of Latite and Amphibolite, get to know about Properties of Latite and Amphibolite. Get to know more information about Latite and Amphibolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Latite and Amphibolite

The history of Latite and Amphibolite 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.

Latite and Amphibolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Latite and Amphibolite

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

For Latite,

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

For Amphibolite,

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