Sovite and Diamictite Definition

Definition of Sovite and Diamictite

The general Sovite and Diamictite definition can be stated as: Sovite is a coarse-grained variety of carbonatite which belongs to intrusive igneous rock. On the other hand, Diamictite is a sedimentary rock that consists of non-sorted to poorly sorted terrigenous sediment containing particles that range in size from clay to boulders, suspended in a matrix of mudstone or sandstone. Along with definition of Sovite and Diamictite, get to know about Properties of Sovite and Diamictite. Get to know more information about Sovite and Diamictite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Sovite and Diamictite

The history of Sovite and Diamictite 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.

Sovite and Diamictite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Sovite and Diamictite

Along with Sovite and Diamictite definition, know more about the etymology of Sovite and Diamictite. Etymology of Sovite and Diamictite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Sovite and Formation of Diamictite. The etymology of Sovite is not available while that of Diamictite is not available. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Sovite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Diamictite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Sovite and Diamictite are listed below.

For Sovite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock

For Diamictite,

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