Scoria and Ignimbrite Definition

Definition of Scoria and Ignimbrite

The general Scoria and Ignimbrite definition can be stated as: Scoria is a dark-colored extrusive igneous rock with abundant round bubble-like cavities. 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 Scoria and Ignimbrite, get to know about Properties of Scoria and Ignimbrite. Get to know more information about Scoria and Ignimbrite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Scoria and Ignimbrite

The history of Scoria 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.

Scoria and Ignimbrite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Scoria and Ignimbrite

Along with Scoria and Ignimbrite definition, know more about the etymology of Scoria and Ignimbrite. Etymology of Scoria and Ignimbrite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Scoria and Formation of Ignimbrite. The etymology of Scoria is From late Middle English (denoting slag from molten metal), from Greek skōria refuse, from skōr dung while that of Ignimbrite is From late Middle English (denoting slag from molten metal), from Greek skōria refuse, from skōr dung. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Scoria and Ignimbrite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Scoria and Ignimbrite are listed below.

For Scoria,

• 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