Slate and Ignimbrite Definition

Definition of Slate and Ignimbrite

The general Slate and Ignimbrite definition can be stated as: Slate is a fine-grained, foliated, homogeneous metamorphic rock derived from an original shale-type sedimentary rock composed of clay or volcanic ash through low-grade regional metamorphism. 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 Slate and Ignimbrite, get to know about Properties of Slate and Ignimbrite. Get to know more information about Slate and Ignimbrite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Slate and Ignimbrite

The history of Slate 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.

Slate and Ignimbrite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Slate and Ignimbrite

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

For Slate,

• 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