Marl and Ignimbrite Definition

Definition of Marl and Ignimbrite

The general Marl and Ignimbrite definition can be stated as: Marl is an unconsolidated sedimentary rock consisting of clay and lime. 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 Marl and Ignimbrite, get to know about Properties of Marl and Ignimbrite. Get to know more information about Marl and Ignimbrite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Marl and Ignimbrite

The history of Marl 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.

Marl and Ignimbrite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Marl and Ignimbrite

Along with Marl and Ignimbrite definition, know more about the etymology of Marl and Ignimbrite. Etymology of Marl and Ignimbrite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Marl and Formation of Ignimbrite. The etymology of Marl is From Old French marle, from Late Latin marglia while that of Ignimbrite is From Old French marle, from Late Latin marglia. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Marl belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Ignimbrite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Marl and Ignimbrite are listed below.

For Marl,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group:
• 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