Oolite and Oolite Definition

Definition of Oolite and Oolite

The general Oolite and Oolite 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, Oolite is a sedimentary rock formed from ooids, spherical grains which are composed of concentric layers of calcite. Along with definition of Oolite and Oolite, get to know about Properties of Oolite and Oolite. Get to know more information about Oolite and Oolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Oolite and Oolite

The history of Oolite and Oolite 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 Oolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Oolite and Oolite

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

For Oolite,

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

For Oolite,

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