Turbidite and Anthracite Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Anthracite

The general Turbidite and Anthracite definition can be stated as: A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. On the other hand, Anthracite is a type of sedimentary rock which is hard and is variety of coal that has high luster. Along with definition of Turbidite and Anthracite, get to know about Properties of Turbidite and Anthracite. Get to know more information about Turbidite and Anthracite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Turbidite and Anthracite

The history of Turbidite and Anthracite 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 Anthracite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Turbidite and Anthracite

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

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