Ignimbrite and Quartzite Definition

Definition of Ignimbrite and Quartzite

The general Ignimbrite and Quartzite 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, Quartzite is a non-foliated metamorphic rock that forms by the metamorphism of pure quartz Sandstone. Along with definition of Ignimbrite and Quartzite, get to know about Properties of Ignimbrite and Quartzite. Get to know more information about Ignimbrite and Quartzite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Ignimbrite and Quartzite

The history of Ignimbrite and Quartzite 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 Quartzite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Ignimbrite and Quartzite

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

For Ignimbrite,

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

For Quartzite,

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