Turbidite and Sovite Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Sovite

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

History of Turbidite and Sovite

The history of Turbidite and Sovite 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 Sovite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Turbidite and Sovite

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock