Ignimbrite and Lignite Definition

Definition of Ignimbrite and Lignite

The general Ignimbrite and Lignite 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, Lignite is a soft brownish coal which shows traces of plants and is intermediate between bituminous coal and peat. Along with definition of Ignimbrite and Lignite, get to know about Properties of Ignimbrite and Lignite. Get to know more information about Ignimbrite and Lignite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Ignimbrite and Lignite

The history of Ignimbrite and Lignite 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 Lignite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Ignimbrite and Lignite

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

For Ignimbrite,

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

For Lignite,

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