Sovite and Ignimbrite Definition

Definition of Sovite and Ignimbrite

The general Sovite and Ignimbrite definition can be stated as: Sovite is a coarse-grained variety of carbonatite which belongs to intrusive igneous rock. 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 Sovite and Ignimbrite, get to know about Properties of Sovite and Ignimbrite. Get to know more information about Sovite and Ignimbrite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Sovite and Ignimbrite

The history of Sovite 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.

Sovite and Ignimbrite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Sovite and Ignimbrite

Along with Sovite and Ignimbrite definition, know more about the etymology of Sovite and Ignimbrite. Etymology of Sovite and Ignimbrite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Sovite and Formation of Ignimbrite. The etymology of Sovite is not available while that of Ignimbrite is not available. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Sovite and Ignimbrite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Sovite and Ignimbrite are listed below.

For Sovite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• 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