Phonolite and Ignimbrite Definition

Definition of Phonolite and Ignimbrite

The general Phonolite and Ignimbrite definition can be stated as: Phonolite is an uncommon extrusive igneous rock volcanic rock of intermediate chemical composition between felsic and mafic. 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 Phonolite and Ignimbrite, get to know about Properties of Phonolite and Ignimbrite. Get to know more information about Phonolite and Ignimbrite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Phonolite and Ignimbrite

The history of Phonolite 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.

Phonolite and Ignimbrite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Phonolite and Ignimbrite

Along with Phonolite and Ignimbrite definition, know more about the etymology of Phonolite and Ignimbrite. Etymology of Phonolite and Ignimbrite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Phonolite and Formation of Ignimbrite. The etymology of Phonolite is From the Greek meaning sounding stone because of the metallic sound it produces if an unfractured plate is hit while that of Ignimbrite is From the Greek meaning sounding stone because of the metallic sound it produces if an unfractured plate is hit. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Phonolite and Ignimbrite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Phonolite and Ignimbrite are listed below.

For Phonolite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• 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