Ignimbrite and Hornblendite Definition

Definition of Ignimbrite and Hornblendite

The general Ignimbrite and Hornblendite 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, Hornblendite is a type of igneous plutonic rock consisting mainly of amphibole hornblende and is a type of Amphibolite rock. Along with definition of Ignimbrite and Hornblendite, get to know about Properties of Ignimbrite and Hornblendite. Get to know more information about Ignimbrite and Hornblendite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Ignimbrite and Hornblendite

The history of Ignimbrite and Hornblendite 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 Hornblendite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Ignimbrite and Hornblendite

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

For Ignimbrite,

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

For Hornblendite,

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