Latite and Diorite Definition

Definition of Latite and Diorite

The general Latite and Diorite definition can be stated as: Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. On the other hand, Diorite is a grey to dark-grey intermediate intrusive igneous rock composed principally of plagioclase feldspar,biotite, hornblende, and pyroxene. Along with definition of Latite and Diorite, get to know about Properties of Latite and Diorite. Get to know more information about Latite and Diorite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Latite and Diorite

The history of Latite and Diorite 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 Diorite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Latite and Diorite

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

For Latite,

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

For Diorite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock