The general Latite and Ijolite definition can be stated as: Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. On the other hand, Ijolite is an intrusive igneous rock which is composed mainly of nepheline and an alkali pyroxene, usually aegirine-augite. Along with definition of Latite and Ijolite, get to know about Properties of Latite and Ijolite. Get to know more information about Latite and Ijolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.
The history of Latite and Ijolite 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 Ijolite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Latite and Ijolite. In this section, you will know about Latite and Ijolite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Latite is Italy whereas Origin of Ijolite is Finland, Europe. It is interesting to know the name of Latite and Ijolite discoverer. The discoverer of Latite and Ijolite are Unknown.
Along with Latite and Ijolite definition, know more about the etymology of Latite and Ijolite. Etymology of Latite and Ijolite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Latite and Formation of Ijolite. The etymology of Latite is From the Latin word latium while that of Ijolite 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 Ijolite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Latite and Ijolite are listed below.
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