Latite and Dolomite Definition

Definition of Latite and Dolomite

The general Latite and Dolomite definition can be stated as: Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. On the other hand, Dolomite is a sedimentary rock containing more than 50 percent of the mineral dolomite by weight. Along with definition of Latite and Dolomite, get to know about Properties of Latite and Dolomite. Get to know more information about Latite and Dolomite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Latite and Dolomite

The history of Latite and Dolomite 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 Dolomite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Latite and Dolomite

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

For Latite,

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

For Dolomite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock