Latite and Lignite Definition

Definition of Latite and Lignite

The general Latite and Lignite definition can be stated as: Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. On the other hand, Lignite is a soft brownish coal which shows traces of plants and is intermediate between bituminous coal and peat. Along with definition of Latite and Lignite, get to know about Properties of Latite and Lignite. Get to know more information about Latite and Lignite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Latite and Lignite

The history of Latite and Lignite 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 Lignite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Latite and Lignite

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

For Latite,

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

For Lignite,

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