Ignimbrite and Picrite Definition

Definition of Ignimbrite and Picrite

The general Ignimbrite and Picrite 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, Picrite is a variety of high-magnesium olivine basalt that is very rich in the mineral olivine. Along with definition of Ignimbrite and Picrite, get to know about Properties of Ignimbrite and Picrite. Get to know more information about Ignimbrite and Picrite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Ignimbrite and Picrite

The history of Ignimbrite and Picrite 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 Picrite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Ignimbrite and Picrite

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

For Ignimbrite,

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

For Picrite,

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