Latite and Websterite Definition

Definition of Latite and Websterite

The general Latite and Websterite definition can be stated as: Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. On the other hand, Websterite is ultramafic and ultrabasic rock that consists of roughly equal proportions of orthopyroxene and clinopyroxene. It is a special type of pyroxenite.. Along with definition of Latite and Websterite, get to know about Properties of Latite and Websterite. Get to know more information about Latite and Websterite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Latite and Websterite

The history of Latite and Websterite 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 Websterite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Latite and Websterite

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

For Latite,

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

For Websterite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock