Sovite and Lignite Definition

Definition of Sovite and Lignite

The general Sovite and Lignite definition can be stated as: Sovite is a coarse-grained variety of carbonatite which belongs to intrusive igneous rock. On the other hand, Lignite is a soft brownish coal which shows traces of plants and is intermediate between bituminous coal and peat. Along with definition of Sovite and Lignite, get to know about Properties of Sovite and Lignite. Get to know more information about Sovite and Lignite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Sovite and Lignite

The history of Sovite and Lignite 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 Lignite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Sovite and Lignite

Along with Sovite and Lignite definition, know more about the etymology of Sovite and Lignite. Etymology of Sovite and Lignite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Sovite and Formation of Lignite. The etymology of Sovite is not available while that of Lignite 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 Lignite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Sovite and Lignite 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 Lignite,

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