Turbidite and Shale Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Shale

The general Turbidite and Shale definition can be stated as: A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. On the other hand, Shale is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed by the compaction of silt and clay-size mineral particles. Along with definition of Turbidite and Shale, get to know about Properties of Turbidite and Shale. Get to know more information about Turbidite and Shale origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Turbidite and Shale

The history of Turbidite and Shale 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 Shale Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Turbidite and Shale

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

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