Latite and Benmoreite Definition

Definition of Latite and Benmoreite

The general Latite and Benmoreite definition can be stated as: Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. On the other hand, An iron rich extrusive rock found as a member of the alkali basalt magma series. Along with definition of Latite and Benmoreite, get to know about Properties of Latite and Benmoreite. Get to know more information about Latite and Benmoreite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Latite and Benmoreite

The history of Latite and Benmoreite 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 Benmoreite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Latite and Benmoreite

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

For Latite,

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

For Benmoreite,

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