Turbidite and Icelandite Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Icelandite

The general Turbidite and Icelandite definition can be stated as: A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. On the other hand, Icelandite belongs to volcanic igneous rocks which is rich in iron and belongs to andesite rock. Along with definition of Turbidite and Icelandite, get to know about Properties of Turbidite and Icelandite. Get to know more information about Turbidite and Icelandite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Turbidite and Icelandite

The history of Turbidite and Icelandite 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 Icelandite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Turbidite and Icelandite

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock