Latite and Tachylite Definition

Definition of Latite and Tachylite

The general Latite and Tachylite definition can be stated as: Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. On the other hand, Tachylite is a vitreous form of basaltic volcanic glass. This glass is formed naturally by the rapid cooling of molten basalt. Along with definition of Latite and Tachylite, get to know about Properties of Latite and Tachylite. Get to know more information about Latite and Tachylite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Latite and Tachylite

The history of Latite and Tachylite 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 Tachylite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Latite and Tachylite

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

For Latite,

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

For Tachylite,

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