Turbidite and Dunite Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Dunite

The general Turbidite and Dunite definition can be stated as: A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. On the other hand, Dunite is a green to brownish coarse-grained igneous rock mainly consisting of olivine. Along with definition of Turbidite and Dunite, get to know about Properties of Turbidite and Dunite. Get to know more information about Turbidite and Dunite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Turbidite and Dunite

The history of Turbidite and Dunite 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 Dunite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Turbidite and Dunite

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

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