Latite and Granulite Definition

Definition of Latite and Granulite

The general Latite and Granulite definition can be stated as: Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. On the other hand, Granulite is fine to medium grained metamorphic rock with a granular of polygonal crystals.. Along with definition of Latite and Granulite, get to know about Properties of Latite and Granulite. Get to know more information about Latite and Granulite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Latite and Granulite

The history of Latite and Granulite 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 Granulite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Latite and Granulite

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

For Latite,

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

For Granulite,

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