Andesite and Ignimbrite Definition

Definition of Andesite and Ignimbrite

The general Andesite and Ignimbrite definition can be stated as: Andesite is a dark, fine-grained, brown or greyish intermediate volcanic rock which is a commonly found in lava. 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 Andesite and Ignimbrite, get to know about Properties of Andesite and Ignimbrite. Get to know more information about Andesite and Ignimbrite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Andesite and Ignimbrite

The history of Andesite 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.

Andesite and Ignimbrite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Andesite and Ignimbrite

Along with Andesite and Ignimbrite definition, know more about the etymology of Andesite and Ignimbrite. Etymology of Andesite and Ignimbrite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Andesite and Formation of Ignimbrite. The etymology of Andesite is From Andes mountains, where it is found in abundance while that of Ignimbrite is From Andes mountains, where it is found in abundance. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Andesite and Ignimbrite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Andesite and Ignimbrite are listed below.

For Andesite,

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