Ignimbrite and Latite Definition

Definition of Ignimbrite and Latite

The general Ignimbrite and Latite 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, Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. Along with definition of Ignimbrite and Latite, get to know about Properties of Ignimbrite and Latite. Get to know more information about Ignimbrite and Latite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Ignimbrite and Latite

The history of Ignimbrite and Latite 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 Latite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Ignimbrite and Latite

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

For Ignimbrite,

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

For Latite,

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