Turbidite and Dacite Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Dacite

The general Turbidite and Dacite definition can be stated as: A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. On the other hand, Dacite is a volcanic igneous rock which is rintermediate in composition between andesite and rhyolite. Along with definition of Turbidite and Dacite, get to know about Properties of Turbidite and Dacite. Get to know more information about Turbidite and Dacite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Turbidite and Dacite

The history of Turbidite and Dacite 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 Dacite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Turbidite and Dacite

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

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