Turbidite and Rhyolite Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Rhyolite

The general Turbidite and Rhyolite definition can be stated as: A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. On the other hand, Rhyolite is a fine-grained igneous rock which is rich in silica. Along with definition of Turbidite and Rhyolite, get to know about Properties of Turbidite and Rhyolite. Get to know more information about Turbidite and Rhyolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Turbidite and Rhyolite

The history of Turbidite and Rhyolite 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 Rhyolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Turbidite and Rhyolite

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock