Turbidite and Rhyodacite Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Rhyodacite

The general Turbidite and Rhyodacite definition can be stated as: A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. On the other hand, Rhyodacite is an extrusive volcanic rock intermediate in composition between dacite and rhyolite. Along with definition of Turbidite and Rhyodacite, get to know about Properties of Turbidite and Rhyodacite. Get to know more information about Turbidite and Rhyodacite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Turbidite and Rhyodacite

The history of Turbidite and Rhyodacite 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 Rhyodacite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Turbidite and Rhyodacite

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

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