Migmatite and Diamictite Definition

Definition of Migmatite and Diamictite

The general Migmatite and Diamictite definition can be stated as: Migmatite is typically a granitic rock within a metamorphic host rock which is composed of two intermingled but distinguishable components. On the other hand, Diamictite is a sedimentary rock that consists of non-sorted to poorly sorted terrigenous sediment containing particles that range in size from clay to boulders, suspended in a matrix of mudstone or sandstone. Along with definition of Migmatite and Diamictite, get to know about Properties of Migmatite and Diamictite. Get to know more information about Migmatite and Diamictite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Migmatite and Diamictite

The history of Migmatite and Diamictite 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.

Migmatite and Diamictite Origin and Discoverer

Migmatite and Diamictite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Migmatite and Diamictite. In this section, you will know about Migmatite and Diamictite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Migmatite is Southern Alps, France whereas Origin of Diamictite is Southern Mongolia. It is interesting to know the name of Migmatite and Diamictite discoverer. The Discoverer of Migmatite is Jakob Sederholm and the discoverer of Diamictite is Unknown.

Etymology of Migmatite and Diamictite

Along with Migmatite and Diamictite definition, know more about the etymology of Migmatite and Diamictite. Etymology of Migmatite and Diamictite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Migmatite and Formation of Diamictite. The etymology of Migmatite is From the Greek word migma which means a mixture while that of Diamictite is From the Greek word migma which means a mixture. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Migmatite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Diamictite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Migmatite and Diamictite are listed below.

For Migmatite,

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

For Diamictite,

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