Diamictite and Ignimbrite Definition

Definition of Diamictite and Ignimbrite

The general Diamictite and Ignimbrite definition can be stated as: Diamictite is a sedimentary rock that consists of non-sorted to poorly sorted terrigenous sediment containing particles that range in size from clay to boulders, suspended in a matrix of mudstone or sandstone. 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 Diamictite and Ignimbrite, get to know about Properties of Diamictite and Ignimbrite. Get to know more information about Diamictite and Ignimbrite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Diamictite and Ignimbrite

The history of Diamictite 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.

Diamictite and Ignimbrite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Diamictite and Ignimbrite

Along with Diamictite and Ignimbrite definition, know more about the etymology of Diamictite and Ignimbrite. Etymology of Diamictite and Ignimbrite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Diamictite and Formation of Ignimbrite. The etymology of Diamictite is From Greek dia through and meiktós or mixed while that of Ignimbrite is From Greek dia through and meiktós or mixed. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Diamictite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Ignimbrite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Diamictite and Ignimbrite are listed below.

For Diamictite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse 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