Ignimbrite and Schist Definition

Definition of Ignimbrite and Schist

The general Ignimbrite and Schist 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, Schist is a medium grade metamorphic rock with medium to large, flat, sheet like grains in a preferred orientation. Along with definition of Ignimbrite and Schist, get to know about Properties of Ignimbrite and Schist. Get to know more information about Ignimbrite and Schist origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Ignimbrite and Schist

The history of Ignimbrite and Schist 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 Schist Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Ignimbrite and Schist

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

For Ignimbrite,

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

For Schist,

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