Phonolite and Diamictite Definition

Definition of Phonolite and Diamictite

The general Phonolite and Diamictite definition can be stated as: Phonolite is an uncommon extrusive igneous rock volcanic rock of intermediate chemical composition between felsic and mafic. 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 Phonolite and Diamictite, get to know about Properties of Phonolite and Diamictite. Get to know more information about Phonolite and Diamictite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Phonolite and Diamictite

The history of Phonolite 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.

Phonolite and Diamictite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Phonolite and Diamictite

Along with Phonolite and Diamictite definition, know more about the etymology of Phonolite and Diamictite. Etymology of Phonolite and Diamictite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Phonolite and Formation of Diamictite. The etymology of Phonolite is From the Greek meaning sounding stone because of the metallic sound it produces if an unfractured plate is hit while that of Diamictite is From the Greek meaning sounding stone because of the metallic sound it produces if an unfractured plate is hit. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Phonolite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Diamictite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Phonolite and Diamictite are listed below.

For Phonolite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine 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