Turbidite and Shonkinite Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Shonkinite

The general Turbidite and Shonkinite definition can be stated as: A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. On the other hand, Shonkinite is a rare, dark-coloured and intrusive igneous rock which contains augite and orthoclase feldspar as its primary constituents. Along with definition of Turbidite and Shonkinite, get to know about Properties of Turbidite and Shonkinite. Get to know more information about Turbidite and Shonkinite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Turbidite and Shonkinite

The history of Turbidite and Shonkinite 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 Shonkinite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Turbidite and Shonkinite

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

• 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