Turbidite and Schist Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Schist

The general Turbidite and Schist definition can be stated as: A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. On the other hand, Schist is a medium grade metamorphic rock with medium to large, flat, sheet like grains in a preferred orientation. Along with definition of Turbidite and Schist, get to know about Properties of Turbidite and Schist. Get to know more information about Turbidite and Schist origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Turbidite and Schist

The history of Turbidite and Schist 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 Schist Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Turbidite and Schist

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

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