Amphibolite and Ignimbrite Definition

Definition of Amphibolite and Ignimbrite

The general Amphibolite and Ignimbrite definition can be stated as: Amphibolite can be defined as a granular metamorphic rock which mainly consist of hornblende and plagioclase. On the other hand, Ignimbrite is a volcanic rock consisting mainly of pumice fragments, formed by the consolidation of material deposited by pyroclastic flows. Along with definition of Amphibolite and Ignimbrite, get to know about Properties of Amphibolite and Ignimbrite. Get to know more information about Amphibolite and Ignimbrite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Amphibolite and Ignimbrite

The history of Amphibolite and Ignimbrite 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.

Amphibolite and Ignimbrite Origin and Discoverer

Amphibolite and Ignimbrite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Amphibolite and Ignimbrite. In this section, you will know about Amphibolite and Ignimbrite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Amphibolite is Unknown whereas Origin of Ignimbrite is New Zealand. It is interesting to know the name of Amphibolite and Ignimbrite discoverer. The Discoverer of Amphibolite is Alexandre Brongniart and the discoverer of Ignimbrite is Patrick Marshall.

Etymology of Amphibolite and Ignimbrite

Along with Amphibolite and Ignimbrite definition, know more about the etymology of Amphibolite and Ignimbrite. Etymology of Amphibolite and Ignimbrite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Amphibolite and Formation of Ignimbrite. The etymology of Amphibolite is From Amphibole + -ite while that of Ignimbrite is From Amphibole + -ite. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Amphibolite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Ignimbrite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Amphibolite and Ignimbrite are listed below.

For Amphibolite,

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

For Ignimbrite,

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