Latite and Sovite Definition

Definition of Latite and Sovite

The general Latite and Sovite definition can be stated as: Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. On the other hand, Sovite is a coarse-grained variety of carbonatite which belongs to intrusive igneous rock. Along with definition of Latite and Sovite, get to know about Properties of Latite and Sovite. Get to know more information about Latite and Sovite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Latite and Sovite

The history of Latite and Sovite 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 Sovite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Latite and Sovite

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

For Latite,

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

For Sovite,

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