Websterite and Diatomite Definition

Definition of Websterite and Diatomite

The general Websterite and Diatomite definition can be stated as: Websterite is ultramafic and ultrabasic rock that consists of roughly equal proportions of orthopyroxene and clinopyroxene. It is a special type of pyroxenite.. On the other hand, Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth. Along with definition of Websterite and Diatomite, get to know about Properties of Websterite and Diatomite. Get to know more information about Websterite and Diatomite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Websterite and Diatomite

The history of Websterite 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.

Websterite and Diatomite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Websterite and Diatomite

Along with Websterite and Diatomite definition, know more about the etymology of Websterite and Diatomite. Etymology of Websterite and Diatomite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Websterite and Formation of Diatomite. The etymology of Websterite is From the town of Webster located in North Carolina while that of Diatomite is From the town of Webster located in North Carolina. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Websterite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Diatomite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Websterite and Diatomite are listed below.

For Websterite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse 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