Latite and Basanite  Definition

Definition of Latite and Basanite 

The general Latite and Basanite  definition can be stated as: Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. On the other hand, Basanite is a black basaltic rock which mainly contains plagioclase, augite, olivine and nepheline and is formerly used as a touchstone. Along with definition of Latite and Basanite , get to know about Properties of Latite and Basanite . Get to know more information about Latite and Basanite  origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Latite and Basanite 

The history of Latite and Basanite  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 Basanite  Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Latite and Basanite 

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

For Latite,

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

For Basanite ,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group:
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock