Ignimbrite and Diatomite Definition

Definition of Ignimbrite and Diatomite

The general Ignimbrite and Diatomite 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, Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth. Along with definition of Ignimbrite and Diatomite, get to know about Properties of Ignimbrite and Diatomite. Get to know more information about Ignimbrite and Diatomite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Ignimbrite and Diatomite

The history of Ignimbrite and Diatomite 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 Diatomite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Ignimbrite and Diatomite

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

For Ignimbrite,

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

For Diatomite,

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