Migmatite and Latite Definition

Definition of Migmatite and Latite

The general Migmatite and Latite 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, Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. Along with definition of Migmatite and Latite, get to know about Properties of Migmatite and Latite. Get to know more information about Migmatite and Latite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Migmatite and Latite

The history of Migmatite and Latite 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 Latite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Migmatite and Latite

Along with Migmatite and Latite definition, know more about the etymology of Migmatite and Latite. Etymology of Migmatite and Latite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Migmatite and Formation of Latite. The etymology of Migmatite is From the Greek word migma which means a mixture while that of Latite 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 Latite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Migmatite and Latite 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 Latite,

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