Ignimbrite and Chert Definition

Definition of Ignimbrite and Chert

The general Ignimbrite and Chert 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, Chert is a hard, dark, opaque sedimentary rock which is composed of silica with an amorphous fine-grained texture. Along with definition of Ignimbrite and Chert, get to know about Properties of Ignimbrite and Chert. Get to know more information about Ignimbrite and Chert origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Ignimbrite and Chert

The history of Ignimbrite and Chert 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 Chert Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Ignimbrite and Chert

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

For Ignimbrite,

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

For Chert,

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