Ignimbrite and Amphibolite Definition

Definition of Ignimbrite and Amphibolite

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

History of Ignimbrite and Amphibolite

The history of Ignimbrite and Amphibolite 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.

Ignimbrite and Amphibolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Ignimbrite and Amphibolite

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

For Ignimbrite,

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

For Amphibolite,

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