Latite and Whiteschist Definition

Definition of Latite and Whiteschist

The general Latite and Whiteschist definition can be stated as: Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. On the other hand, Whiteschist is an uncommon rock type belonging to a class of metamorphic rock, this is formed at high-ultra-high pressures. Along with definition of Latite and Whiteschist, get to know about Properties of Latite and Whiteschist. Get to know more information about Latite and Whiteschist origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Latite and Whiteschist

The history of Latite and Whiteschist 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 Whiteschist Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Latite and Whiteschist

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

For Latite,

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

For Whiteschist,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock