Ignimbrite and Anorthosite Definition

Definition of Ignimbrite and Anorthosite

The general Ignimbrite and Anorthosite 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, Anorthosite is a granular igneous rock composed largely of labradorite or plagioclase. Along with definition of Ignimbrite and Anorthosite, get to know about Properties of Ignimbrite and Anorthosite. Get to know more information about Ignimbrite and Anorthosite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Ignimbrite and Anorthosite

The history of Ignimbrite and Anorthosite 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 Anorthosite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Ignimbrite and Anorthosite

Along with Ignimbrite and Anorthosite definition, know more about the etymology of Ignimbrite and Anorthosite. Etymology of Ignimbrite and Anorthosite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Ignimbrite and Formation of Anorthosite. The etymology of Ignimbrite is From Latin ignis fire + imber, imbr- shower of rain, storm cloud + -ite while that of Anorthosite 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 and Anorthosite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Ignimbrite and Anorthosite are listed below.

For Ignimbrite,

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

For Anorthosite,

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