Ignimbrite and Argillite Definition

Definition of Ignimbrite and Argillite

The general Ignimbrite and Argillite 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, Argillites are highly compact sedimentary or slightly metamorphosed rocks that consist largely or wholly of particles of clay or silt but lack the fissility of shale or the cleavage characteristic of slate. Along with definition of Ignimbrite and Argillite, get to know about Properties of Ignimbrite and Argillite. Get to know more information about Ignimbrite and Argillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Ignimbrite and Argillite

The history of Ignimbrite and Argillite 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 Argillite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Ignimbrite and Argillite

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

For Ignimbrite,

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

For Argillite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock