Turbidite and Scoria Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Scoria

The general Turbidite and Scoria definition can be stated as: A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. On the other hand, Scoria is a dark-colored extrusive igneous rock with abundant round bubble-like cavities. Along with definition of Turbidite and Scoria, get to know about Properties of Turbidite and Scoria. Get to know more information about Turbidite and Scoria origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Turbidite and Scoria

The history of Turbidite and Scoria 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 Scoria Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Turbidite and Scoria

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

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