Latite and Mangerite Definition

Definition of Latite and Mangerite

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

History of Latite and Mangerite

The history of Latite and Mangerite 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 Mangerite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Latite and Mangerite

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

For Latite,

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

For Mangerite,

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