Chert and Ignimbrite Definition

Definition of Chert and Ignimbrite

The general Chert and Ignimbrite definition can be stated as: Chert is a hard, dark, opaque sedimentary rock which is composed of silica with an amorphous fine-grained texture. 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 Chert and Ignimbrite, get to know about Properties of Chert and Ignimbrite. Get to know more information about Chert and Ignimbrite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Chert and Ignimbrite

The history of Chert 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.

Chert and Ignimbrite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Chert and Ignimbrite

Along with Chert and Ignimbrite definition, know more about the etymology of Chert and Ignimbrite. Etymology of Chert and Ignimbrite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Chert and Formation of Ignimbrite. The etymology of Chert is From flint-like quartz, 1670s, of unknown origin- a local term, which has been taken into geological use while that of Ignimbrite is From flint-like quartz, 1670s, of unknown origin- a local term, which has been taken into geological use. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Chert belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Ignimbrite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Chert and Ignimbrite are listed below.

For Chert,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group:
• 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