Ignimbrite and Mudstone Definition

Definition of Ignimbrite and Mudstone

The general Ignimbrite and Mudstone 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, Mudstone is a fine-grained, dark gray sedimentary rock, which is formed from silt and clay and is similar to shale but has less laminations. Along with definition of Ignimbrite and Mudstone, get to know about Properties of Ignimbrite and Mudstone. Get to know more information about Ignimbrite and Mudstone origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Ignimbrite and Mudstone

The history of Ignimbrite and Mudstone 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 Mudstone Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Ignimbrite and Mudstone

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

For Ignimbrite,

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

For Mudstone,

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