Schist and Ignimbrite Definition

Definition of Schist and Ignimbrite

The general Schist and Ignimbrite definition can be stated as: Schist is a medium grade metamorphic rock with medium to large, flat, sheet like grains in a preferred orientation. 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 Schist and Ignimbrite, get to know about Properties of Schist and Ignimbrite. Get to know more information about Schist and Ignimbrite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Schist and Ignimbrite

The history of Schist 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.

Schist and Ignimbrite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Schist and Ignimbrite

Along with Schist and Ignimbrite definition, know more about the etymology of Schist and Ignimbrite. Etymology of Schist and Ignimbrite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Schist and Formation of Ignimbrite. The etymology of Schist is From French schiste, Greek skhistos i.e. split while that of Ignimbrite is From French schiste, Greek skhistos i.e. split. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Schist belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Ignimbrite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Schist and Ignimbrite are listed below.

For Schist,

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