Phonolite and Diatomite Definition

Definition of Phonolite and Diatomite

The general Phonolite and Diatomite 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, Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth. Along with definition of Phonolite and Diatomite, get to know about Properties of Phonolite and Diatomite. Get to know more information about Phonolite and Diatomite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Phonolite and Diatomite

The history of Phonolite 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.

Phonolite and Diatomite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Phonolite and Diatomite

Along with Phonolite and Diatomite definition, know more about the etymology of Phonolite and Diatomite. Etymology of Phonolite and Diatomite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Phonolite and Formation of Diatomite. 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 Diatomite 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 Diatomite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Phonolite and Diatomite 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 Diatomite,

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