Schist and Diatomite Definition

Definition of Schist and Diatomite

The general Schist and Diatomite definition can be stated as: Schist is a medium grade metamorphic rock with medium to large, flat, sheet like grains in a preferred orientation. On the other hand, Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth. Along with definition of Schist and Diatomite, get to know about Properties of Schist and Diatomite. Get to know more information about Schist and Diatomite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Schist and Diatomite

The history of Schist 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.

Schist and Diatomite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Schist and Diatomite

Along with Schist and Diatomite definition, know more about the etymology of Schist and Diatomite. Etymology of Schist and Diatomite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Schist and Formation of Diatomite. The etymology of Schist is From French schiste, Greek skhistos i.e. split while that of Diatomite is From French schiste, Greek skhistos i.e. split. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Schist belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Diatomite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Schist and Diatomite are listed below.

For Schist,

• 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

For Diatomite,

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