Turbidite and Amphibolite Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Amphibolite

The general Turbidite and Amphibolite definition can be stated as: A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. On the other hand, Amphibolite can be defined as a granular metamorphic rock which mainly consist of hornblende and plagioclase. Along with definition of Turbidite and Amphibolite, get to know about Properties of Turbidite and Amphibolite. Get to know more information about Turbidite and Amphibolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Turbidite and Amphibolite

The history of Turbidite and Amphibolite 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.

Turbidite and Amphibolite Origin and Discoverer

Turbidite and Amphibolite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Turbidite and Amphibolite. In this section, you will know about Turbidite and Amphibolite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Turbidite is European Foreland Basins whereas Origin of Amphibolite is Unknown. It is interesting to know the name of Turbidite and Amphibolite discoverer. The Discoverer of Turbidite is Arnold H. Bouma and the discoverer of Amphibolite is Alexandre Brongniart.

Etymology of Turbidite and Amphibolite

Along with Turbidite and Amphibolite definition, know more about the etymology of Turbidite and Amphibolite. Etymology of Turbidite and Amphibolite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Turbidite and Formation of Amphibolite. The etymology of Turbidite is From Medieval Latin turbiditas, from Latin turbidus (turbid). Turbidity current is from 1939 while that of Amphibolite is From Medieval Latin turbiditas, from Latin turbidus (turbid). Turbidity current is from 1939. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Turbidite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Amphibolite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Turbidite and Amphibolite are listed below.

For Turbidite,

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

For Amphibolite,

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