Phonolite and Latite Definition

Definition of Phonolite and Latite

The general Phonolite and Latite 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, Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. Along with definition of Phonolite and Latite, get to know about Properties of Phonolite and Latite. Get to know more information about Phonolite and Latite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Phonolite and Latite

The history of Phonolite and Latite 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 Latite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Phonolite and Latite

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

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