Turbidite and Mangerite Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Mangerite

The general Turbidite and Mangerite definition can be stated as: A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. On the other hand, Mangerite is a plutonic intrusive igneous rock, which is essentially a hypersthene-bearing monzonite. Along with definition of Turbidite and Mangerite, get to know about Properties of Turbidite and Mangerite. Get to know more information about Turbidite and Mangerite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Turbidite and Mangerite

The history of Turbidite and Mangerite 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 Mangerite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Turbidite and Mangerite

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

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