Latite and Appinite Definition

Definition of Latite and Appinite

The general Latite and Appinite definition can be stated as: Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. On the other hand, Appinite is an igneous rock in which the crystals are so fine grained that individual minerals cannot be easily distinguished. Along with definition of Latite and Appinite, get to know about Properties of Latite and Appinite. Get to know more information about Latite and Appinite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Latite and Appinite

The history of Latite and Appinite 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 Appinite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Latite and Appinite

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

For Latite,

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

For Appinite,

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