Ignimbrite and Granodiorite Definition

Definition of Ignimbrite and Granodiorite

The general Ignimbrite and Granodiorite 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, Granodiorite is a coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock containing quartz and plagioclase, and which has composition in between granite and diorite. Along with definition of Ignimbrite and Granodiorite, get to know about Properties of Ignimbrite and Granodiorite. Get to know more information about Ignimbrite and Granodiorite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Ignimbrite and Granodiorite

The history of Ignimbrite and Granodiorite 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 Granodiorite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Ignimbrite and Granodiorite

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

For Ignimbrite,

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

For Granodiorite,

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