Ignimbrite and Appinite Definition

Definition of Ignimbrite and Appinite

The general Ignimbrite and Appinite 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, Appinite is an igneous rock in which the crystals are so fine grained that individual minerals cannot be easily distinguished. Along with definition of Ignimbrite and Appinite, get to know about Properties of Ignimbrite and Appinite. Get to know more information about Ignimbrite and Appinite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Ignimbrite and Appinite

The history of Ignimbrite and Appinite 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 Appinite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Ignimbrite and Appinite

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

For Ignimbrite,

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

For Appinite,

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