Latite and Ignimbrite Definition

Definition of Latite and Ignimbrite

The general Latite and Ignimbrite definition can be stated as: Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. On the other hand, Ignimbrite is a volcanic rock consisting mainly of pumice fragments, formed by the consolidation of material deposited by pyroclastic flows. Along with definition of Latite and Ignimbrite, get to know about Properties of Latite and Ignimbrite. Get to know more information about Latite and Ignimbrite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Latite and Ignimbrite

The history of Latite and Ignimbrite 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.

Latite and Ignimbrite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Latite and Ignimbrite

Along with Latite and Ignimbrite definition, know more about the etymology of Latite and Ignimbrite. Etymology of Latite and Ignimbrite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Latite and Formation of Ignimbrite. The etymology of Latite is From the Latin word latium while that of Ignimbrite is From the Latin word latium. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Latite and Ignimbrite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Latite and Ignimbrite are listed below.

For Latite,

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

For Ignimbrite,

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