Latite and Anorthosite Definition

Definition of Latite and Anorthosite

The general Latite and Anorthosite definition can be stated as: Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. On the other hand, Anorthosite is a granular igneous rock composed largely of labradorite or plagioclase. Along with definition of Latite and Anorthosite, get to know about Properties of Latite and Anorthosite. Get to know more information about Latite and Anorthosite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Latite and Anorthosite

The history of Latite and Anorthosite 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 Anorthosite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Latite and Anorthosite

Along with Latite and Anorthosite definition, know more about the etymology of Latite and Anorthosite. Etymology of Latite and Anorthosite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Latite and Formation of Anorthosite. The etymology of Latite is From the Latin word latium while that of Anorthosite 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 and Anorthosite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Latite and Anorthosite are listed below.

For Latite,

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

For Anorthosite,

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