Volcanic tuff

Definition

Volcanic tuff is a type of rock formed from volcanic ash that has been compacted over time. It is characterized by its light weight and porous nature due to trapped gas bubbles during the volcanic eruption.

Related terms

Igneous Rock: Rocks formed from solidified lava or magma.

Pyroclastic Flow: A fast-moving current of hot gas and volcanic matter that flows down the slopes of a volcano during an eruption.

Sedimentary Rock: Rocks formed from the accumulation and compaction of sediments over time.