Skarn and Ignimbrite Definition

Definition of Skarn and Ignimbrite

The general Skarn and Ignimbrite definition can be stated as: Skarns are formed during regional or contact metamorphism and from a variety of metasomatic processes involving fluids of magmatic, metamorphic, and/or marine origin. 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 Skarn and Ignimbrite, get to know about Properties of Skarn and Ignimbrite. Get to know more information about Skarn and Ignimbrite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Skarn and Ignimbrite

The history of Skarn 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.

Skarn and Ignimbrite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Skarn and Ignimbrite

Along with Skarn and Ignimbrite definition, know more about the etymology of Skarn and Ignimbrite. Etymology of Skarn and Ignimbrite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Skarn and Formation of Ignimbrite. The etymology of Skarn is From an old Swedish mining term originally used to describe a type of silicate gangue or waste rock. while that of Ignimbrite is From an old Swedish mining term originally used to describe a type of silicate gangue or waste rock.. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Skarn belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Ignimbrite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Skarn and Ignimbrite are listed below.

For Skarn,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard 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