Ignimbrite and Diorite Definition

Definition of Ignimbrite and Diorite

The general Ignimbrite and Diorite 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, Diorite is a grey to dark-grey intermediate intrusive igneous rock composed principally of plagioclase feldspar,biotite, hornblende, and pyroxene. Along with definition of Ignimbrite and Diorite, get to know about Properties of Ignimbrite and Diorite. Get to know more information about Ignimbrite and Diorite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Ignimbrite and Diorite

The history of Ignimbrite and Diorite 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 Diorite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Ignimbrite and Diorite

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

For Ignimbrite,

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

For Diorite,

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