Ignimbrite and Theralite Definition

Definition of Ignimbrite and Theralite

The general Ignimbrite and Theralite 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, Theralite is a plutonic hylocrystalline igneous rock consisting of augite, olivine, calcic plagioclase and nepheline. Along with definition of Ignimbrite and Theralite, get to know about Properties of Ignimbrite and Theralite. Get to know more information about Ignimbrite and Theralite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Ignimbrite and Theralite

The history of Ignimbrite and Theralite 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 Theralite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Ignimbrite and Theralite

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

For Ignimbrite,

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

For Theralite,

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