Ignimbrite and Shale Definition

Definition of Ignimbrite and Shale

The general Ignimbrite and Shale 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, Shale is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed by the compaction of silt and clay-size mineral particles. Along with definition of Ignimbrite and Shale, get to know about Properties of Ignimbrite and Shale. Get to know more information about Ignimbrite and Shale origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Ignimbrite and Shale

The history of Ignimbrite and Shale 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 Shale Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Ignimbrite and Shale

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

For Ignimbrite,

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

For Shale,

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