Turbidite and Lignite Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Lignite

The general Turbidite and Lignite definition can be stated as: A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. On the other hand, Lignite is a soft brownish coal which shows traces of plants and is intermediate between bituminous coal and peat. Along with definition of Turbidite and Lignite, get to know about Properties of Turbidite and Lignite. Get to know more information about Turbidite and Lignite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Turbidite and Lignite

The history of Turbidite and Lignite 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 Lignite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Turbidite and Lignite

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

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