Latite and Scoria Definition

Definition of Latite and Scoria

The general Latite and Scoria definition can be stated as: Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. On the other hand, Scoria is a dark-colored extrusive igneous rock with abundant round bubble-like cavities. Along with definition of Latite and Scoria, get to know about Properties of Latite and Scoria. Get to know more information about Latite and Scoria origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Latite and Scoria

The history of Latite and Scoria 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 Scoria Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Latite and Scoria

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

For Latite,

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

For Scoria,

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