Latite and Dunite Definition

Definition of Latite and Dunite

The general Latite and Dunite definition can be stated as: Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. On the other hand, Dunite is a green to brownish coarse-grained igneous rock mainly consisting of olivine. Along with definition of Latite and Dunite, get to know about Properties of Latite and Dunite. Get to know more information about Latite and Dunite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Latite and Dunite

The history of Latite and Dunite 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 Dunite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Latite and Dunite

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

For Latite,

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

For Dunite,

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