Turbidite and Ijolite Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Ijolite

The general Turbidite and Ijolite definition can be stated as: A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. On the other hand, Ijolite is an intrusive igneous rock which is composed mainly of nepheline and an alkali pyroxene, usually aegirine-augite. Along with definition of Turbidite and Ijolite, get to know about Properties of Turbidite and Ijolite. Get to know more information about Turbidite and Ijolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Turbidite and Ijolite

The history of Turbidite and Ijolite 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 Ijolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Turbidite and Ijolite

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

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