Latite and Turbidite Definition

Definition of Latite and Turbidite

The general Latite and Turbidite definition can be stated as: Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. On the other hand, A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. Along with definition of Latite and Turbidite, get to know about Properties of Latite and Turbidite. Get to know more information about Latite and Turbidite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Latite and Turbidite

The history of Latite and Turbidite 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 Turbidite Origin and Discoverer

Latite and Turbidite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Latite and Turbidite. In this section, you will know about Latite and Turbidite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Latite is Italy whereas Origin of Turbidite is European Foreland Basins. It is interesting to know the name of Latite and Turbidite discoverer. The Discoverer of Latite is Unknown and the discoverer of Turbidite is Arnold H. Bouma.

Etymology of Latite and Turbidite

Along with Latite and Turbidite definition, know more about the etymology of Latite and Turbidite. Etymology of Latite and Turbidite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Latite and Formation of Turbidite. The etymology of Latite is From the Latin word latium while that of Turbidite 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 belongs to Igneous Rocks while Turbidite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Latite and Turbidite are listed below.

For Latite,

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

For Turbidite,

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