Latite and Schist Definition

Definition of Latite and Schist

The general Latite and Schist definition can be stated as: Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. On the other hand, Schist is a medium grade metamorphic rock with medium to large, flat, sheet like grains in a preferred orientation. Along with definition of Latite and Schist, get to know about Properties of Latite and Schist. Get to know more information about Latite and Schist origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Latite and Schist

The history of Latite and Schist 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 Schist Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Latite and Schist

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

For Latite,

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

For Schist,

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