Turbidite and Marble Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Marble

The general Turbidite and Marble definition can be stated as: A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. On the other hand, Marble is a non-foliated metamorphic rock which is composed of recrystallized carbonate which is formed when limestone is exposed to high temperatures and pressures over a long time. Along with definition of Turbidite and Marble, get to know about Properties of Turbidite and Marble. Get to know more information about Turbidite and Marble origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Turbidite and Marble

The history of Turbidite and Marble 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 Marble Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Turbidite and Marble

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Medium grained rock and Opaque rock