Latite and Dacite Definition

Definition of Latite and Dacite

The general Latite and Dacite definition can be stated as: Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. On the other hand, Dacite is a volcanic igneous rock which is rintermediate in composition between andesite and rhyolite. Along with definition of Latite and Dacite, get to know about Properties of Latite and Dacite. Get to know more information about Latite and Dacite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Latite and Dacite

The history of Latite and Dacite 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 Dacite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Latite and Dacite

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

For Latite,

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

For Dacite,

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