Turbidite and Granite Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Granite

The general Turbidite and Granite definition can be stated as: A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. On the other hand, Granite is a very hard, granular, crystalline igneous rock which consists mainly of quartz, mica, and feldspar and is often used as building stone. Along with definition of Turbidite and Granite, get to know about Properties of Turbidite and Granite. Get to know more information about Turbidite and Granite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Turbidite and Granite

The history of Turbidite and Granite 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 Granite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Turbidite and Granite

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

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