Turbidite and Ignimbrite Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Ignimbrite

The general Turbidite and Ignimbrite definition can be stated as: A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. On the other hand, Ignimbrite is a volcanic rock consisting mainly of pumice fragments, formed by the consolidation of material deposited by pyroclastic flows. Along with definition of Turbidite and Ignimbrite, get to know about Properties of Turbidite and Ignimbrite. Get to know more information about Turbidite and Ignimbrite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Turbidite and Ignimbrite

The history of Turbidite and Ignimbrite 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 Ignimbrite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Turbidite and Ignimbrite

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

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