Turbidite and Basalt Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Basalt

The general Turbidite and Basalt definition can be stated as: A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. On the other hand, Basalt is a common extrusive igneous rock formed by the rapid cooling of basaltic lava exposed at or very near the surface of Earth. Along with definition of Turbidite and Basalt, get to know about Properties of Turbidite and Basalt. Get to know more information about Turbidite and Basalt origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Turbidite and Basalt

The history of Turbidite and Basalt 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 Basalt Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Turbidite and Basalt

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

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