Phonolite and Dolomite Definition

Definition of Phonolite and Dolomite

The general Phonolite and Dolomite 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, Dolomite is a sedimentary rock containing more than 50 percent of the mineral dolomite by weight. Along with definition of Phonolite and Dolomite, get to know about Properties of Phonolite and Dolomite. Get to know more information about Phonolite and Dolomite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Phonolite and Dolomite

The history of Phonolite and Dolomite 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 Dolomite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Phonolite and Dolomite

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

• 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