Hornfels and Ignimbrite Definition

Definition of Hornfels and Ignimbrite

The general Hornfels and Ignimbrite definition can be stated as: Hornfels is a metamorphic rock formed by the contact between mudstone or other clay rich rock, and a hot igneous body, and represents a heat altered equivalent of the original rock. 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 Hornfels and Ignimbrite, get to know about Properties of Hornfels and Ignimbrite. Get to know more information about Hornfels and Ignimbrite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Hornfels and Ignimbrite

The history of Hornfels 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.

Hornfels and Ignimbrite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Hornfels and Ignimbrite

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

For Hornfels,

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