Latite and Gabbro Definition

Definition of Latite and Gabbro

The general Latite and Gabbro definition can be stated as: Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. On the other hand, Gabbro is an intrusive igneous rock which is chemically equivalent to plutonic Basalt. Along with definition of Latite and Gabbro, get to know about Properties of Latite and Gabbro. Get to know more information about Latite and Gabbro origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Latite and Gabbro

The history of Latite and Gabbro 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 Gabbro Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Latite and Gabbro

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

For Latite,

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

For Gabbro,

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