Turbidite and Pumice Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Pumice

The general Turbidite and Pumice definition can be stated as: A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. On the other hand, Pumice is a volcanic rock that consists of highly vesicular rough textured volcanic glass, which may or may not contain crystals. Along with definition of Turbidite and Pumice, get to know about Properties of Turbidite and Pumice. Get to know more information about Turbidite and Pumice origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Turbidite and Pumice

The history of Turbidite and Pumice 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 Pumice Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Turbidite and Pumice

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

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