Trachyandesite and Diatomite Definition

Definition of Trachyandesite and Diatomite

The general Trachyandesite and Diatomite definition can be stated as: Trachyandesite is an extrusive igneous rock.. On the other hand, Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth. Along with definition of Trachyandesite and Diatomite, get to know about Properties of Trachyandesite and Diatomite. Get to know more information about Trachyandesite and Diatomite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Trachyandesite and Diatomite

The history of Trachyandesite 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.

Trachyandesite and Diatomite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Trachyandesite and Diatomite

Along with Trachyandesite and Diatomite definition, know more about the etymology of Trachyandesite and Diatomite. Etymology of Trachyandesite and Diatomite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Trachyandesite and Formation of Diatomite. The etymology of Trachyandesite is From French trachyandésite, trachy + andésite andesite, a lava intermediate in composition between trachyte and andesite while that of Diatomite is From French trachyandésite, trachy + andésite andesite, a lava intermediate in composition between trachyte and andesite. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Trachyandesite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Diatomite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Trachyandesite and Diatomite are listed below.

For Trachyandesite,

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