Turbidite and Evaporite Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Evaporite

The general Turbidite and Evaporite definition can be stated as: A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. On the other hand, A water-soluble mineral sediment resulting from concentration and crystallization by evaporation from an aqueous solution. Along with definition of Turbidite and Evaporite, get to know about Properties of Turbidite and Evaporite. Get to know more information about Turbidite and Evaporite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Turbidite and Evaporite

The history of Turbidite and Evaporite 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 Evaporite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Turbidite and Evaporite

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

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