Phonolite and Oolite Definition

Definition of Phonolite and Oolite

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

History of Phonolite and Oolite

The history of Phonolite 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.

Phonolite and Oolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Phonolite and Oolite

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

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