Latite and Shonkinite Definition

Definition of Latite and Shonkinite

The general Latite and Shonkinite definition can be stated as: Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. On the other hand, Shonkinite is a rare, dark-coloured and intrusive igneous rock which contains augite and orthoclase feldspar as its primary constituents. Along with definition of Latite and Shonkinite, get to know about Properties of Latite and Shonkinite. Get to know more information about Latite and Shonkinite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Latite and Shonkinite

The history of Latite and Shonkinite 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 Shonkinite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Latite and Shonkinite

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

For Latite,

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

For Shonkinite,

• 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