Turbidite and Phyllite Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Phyllite

The general Turbidite and Phyllite definition can be stated as: A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. On the other hand, Phyllite is a fine-grained metamorphic rock with a well-developed laminar structure, and is intermediate between slate and schist rocks. Along with definition of Turbidite and Phyllite, get to know about Properties of Turbidite and Phyllite. Get to know more information about Turbidite and Phyllite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Turbidite and Phyllite

The history of Turbidite and Phyllite 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 Phyllite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Turbidite and Phyllite

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

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