Latite and Chalk Definition

Definition of Latite and Chalk

The general Latite and Chalk definition can be stated as: Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. On the other hand, Chalk is a soft, white, powdery limestone consisting mainly of fossil shells of foraminifers. Along with definition of Latite and Chalk, get to know about Properties of Latite and Chalk. Get to know more information about Latite and Chalk origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Latite and Chalk

The history of Latite and Chalk 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 Chalk Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Latite and Chalk

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

For Latite,

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

For Chalk,

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