Turbidite and Granodiorite Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Granodiorite

The general Turbidite and Granodiorite definition can be stated as: A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. On the other hand, Granodiorite is a coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock containing quartz and plagioclase, and which has composition in between granite and diorite. Along with definition of Turbidite and Granodiorite, get to know about Properties of Turbidite and Granodiorite. Get to know more information about Turbidite and Granodiorite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Turbidite and Granodiorite

The history of Turbidite and Granodiorite 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 Granodiorite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Turbidite and Granodiorite

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

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