Turbidite and Icelandite

All about Turbidite and Icelandite Properties

Know all about Turbidite and Icelandite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Turbidite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Icelandite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Turbidite is Mud-rich, Sandy whereas that of Icelandite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic. Turbidite appears Dull and Banded and Icelandite appears Dull and Soft. The luster of Turbidite is metallic while that of Icelandite is vitreous. Turbidite is available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, pink colors whereas Icelandite is available in bluish - grey, grey, pink, yellow colors. The commercial uses of Turbidite and Icelandite are cemetery markers, creating artwork.