Oolite and Diatomite Definition

Definition of Oolite and Diatomite

The general Oolite and Diatomite definition can be stated as: Oolite is a sedimentary rock formed from ooids, spherical grains which are composed of concentric layers of calcite. On the other hand, Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth. Along with definition of Oolite and Diatomite, get to know about Properties of Oolite and Diatomite. Get to know more information about Oolite and Diatomite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Oolite and Diatomite

The history of Oolite and Diatomite 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.

Oolite and Diatomite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Oolite and Diatomite

Along with Oolite and Diatomite definition, know more about the etymology of Oolite and Diatomite. Etymology of Oolite and Diatomite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Oolite and Formation of Diatomite. The etymology of Oolite is From oo- + -lite, after German Oolit. A rock consisting of fine grains of carbonate of lime while that of Diatomite is From oo- + -lite, after German Oolit. A rock consisting of fine grains of carbonate of lime. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Oolite and Diatomite belong to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Oolite and Diatomite are listed below.

For Oolite,

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

For Diatomite,

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