Turbidite and Anorthosite Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Anorthosite

The general Turbidite and Anorthosite definition can be stated as: A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. On the other hand, Anorthosite is a granular igneous rock composed largely of labradorite or plagioclase. Along with definition of Turbidite and Anorthosite, get to know about Properties of Turbidite and Anorthosite. Get to know more information about Turbidite and Anorthosite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Turbidite and Anorthosite

The history of Turbidite and Anorthosite 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 Anorthosite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Turbidite and Anorthosite

Along with Turbidite and Anorthosite definition, know more about the etymology of Turbidite and Anorthosite. Etymology of Turbidite and Anorthosite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Turbidite and Formation of Anorthosite. The etymology of Turbidite is From Medieval Latin turbiditas, from Latin turbidus (turbid). Turbidity current is from 1939 while that of Anorthosite 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 Anorthosite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Turbidite and Anorthosite 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 Anorthosite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock