Turbidite and Dolomite Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Dolomite

The general Turbidite and Dolomite definition can be stated as: A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. On the other hand, Dolomite is a sedimentary rock containing more than 50 percent of the mineral dolomite by weight. Along with definition of Turbidite and Dolomite, get to know about Properties of Turbidite and Dolomite. Get to know more information about Turbidite and Dolomite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Turbidite and Dolomite

The history of Turbidite and Dolomite 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 Dolomite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Turbidite and Dolomite

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

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