Ignimbrite and Marl Definition

Definition of Ignimbrite and Marl

The general Ignimbrite and Marl 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, Marl is an unconsolidated sedimentary rock consisting of clay and lime. Along with definition of Ignimbrite and Marl, get to know about Properties of Ignimbrite and Marl. Get to know more information about Ignimbrite and Marl origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Ignimbrite and Marl

The history of Ignimbrite and Marl 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 Marl Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Ignimbrite and Marl

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

For Ignimbrite,

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

For Marl,

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