Turbidite and Foidolite Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Foidolite

The general Turbidite and Foidolite definition can be stated as: A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. On the other hand, Foidolite is a rare type of coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock with a feldspathoid mineral content greater than 60%. Along with definition of Turbidite and Foidolite, get to know about Properties of Turbidite and Foidolite. Get to know more information about Turbidite and Foidolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Turbidite and Foidolite

The history of Turbidite and Foidolite 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 Foidolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Turbidite and Foidolite

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

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