Latite and Jaspillite Definition

Definition of Latite and Jaspillite

The general Latite and Jaspillite definition can be stated as: Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. On the other hand, Jaspillite is an iron rich chemically formed rock which is common in banded iron formation rocks. Along with definition of Latite and Jaspillite, get to know about Properties of Latite and Jaspillite. Get to know more information about Latite and Jaspillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Latite and Jaspillite

The history of Latite and Jaspillite 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 Jaspillite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Latite and Jaspillite

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

For Latite,

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

For Jaspillite,

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