Turbidite and Mugearite Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Mugearite

The general Turbidite and Mugearite definition can be stated as: A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. On the other hand, Mugearite is a type of oligoclase bearing basalt, also comprising of olivine, apatite, and opaque oxides. Along with definition of Turbidite and Mugearite, get to know about Properties of Turbidite and Mugearite. Get to know more information about Turbidite and Mugearite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Turbidite and Mugearite

The history of Turbidite and Mugearite 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 Mugearite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Turbidite and Mugearite

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

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