Turbidite and Hornfels Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Hornfels

The general Turbidite and Hornfels definition can be stated as: A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. On the other hand, Hornfels is a metamorphic rock formed by the contact between mudstone or other clay rich rock, and a hot igneous body, and represents a heat altered equivalent of the original rock. Along with definition of Turbidite and Hornfels, get to know about Properties of Turbidite and Hornfels. Get to know more information about Turbidite and Hornfels origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Turbidite and Hornfels

The history of Turbidite and Hornfels 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 Hornfels Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Turbidite and Hornfels

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

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