Latite and Taconite Definition

Definition of Latite and Taconite

The general Latite and Taconite definition can be stated as: Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. On the other hand, Taconite is a low-grade iron ore which belongs to sedimentary rock and containing about 27% iron and 51% silica. Along with definition of Latite and Taconite, get to know about Properties of Latite and Taconite. Get to know more information about Latite and Taconite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Latite and Taconite

The history of Latite and Taconite 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 Taconite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Latite and Taconite

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

For Latite,

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

For Taconite,

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