Latite and Basalt Definition

Definition of Latite and Basalt

The general Latite and Basalt definition can be stated as: Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. On the other hand, Basalt is a common extrusive igneous rock formed by the rapid cooling of basaltic lava exposed at or very near the surface of Earth. Along with definition of Latite and Basalt, get to know about Properties of Latite and Basalt. Get to know more information about Latite and Basalt origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Latite and Basalt

The history of Latite and Basalt 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 Basalt Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Latite and Basalt

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

For Latite,

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

For Basalt,

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