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Harzburgite and Dunite Definition

1 Definition
1.1 Definition
Harzburgite is a plutonic rock of the peridotite group consisting largely of orthopyroxene and olivine
Dunite is a green to brownish coarse-grained igneous rock mainly consisting of olivine
1.2 History
1.2.1 Origin
Germany
New Zealand
1.2.2 Discoverer
Unknown
Ferdinand von Hochstetter
1.3 Etymology
From the name of a town in Harzburg, Germany
From the name of Dun Mountain, New Zealand, + -ite1
1.4 Class
Igneous Rocks
Igneous Rocks
1.4.1 Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock
1.5 Family
1.5.1 Group
Plutonic
Plutonic
1.6 Other Categories
Coarse Grained Rock, Opaque Rock
Coarse Grained Rock, Opaque Rock

Definition of Harzburgite and Dunite

The general Harzburgite and Dunite definition can be stated as: Harzburgite is a plutonic rock of the peridotite group consisting largely of orthopyroxene and olivine. On the other hand, Dunite is a green to brownish coarse-grained igneous rock mainly consisting of olivine. Along with definition of Harzburgite and Dunite, get to know about Properties of Harzburgite and Dunite. Get to know more information about Harzburgite and Dunite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Harzburgite and Dunite

The history of Harzburgite and Dunite 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.

Harzburgite and Dunite Origin and Discoverer

Harzburgite and Dunite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Harzburgite and Dunite. In this section, you will know about Harzburgite and Dunite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Harzburgite is Germany whereas Origin of Dunite is New Zealand. It is interesting to know the name of Harzburgite and Dunite discoverer. The Discoverer of Harzburgite is Unknown and the discoverer of Dunite is Ferdinand von Hochstetter.

Etymology of Harzburgite and Dunite

Along with Harzburgite and Dunite definition, know more about the etymology of Harzburgite and Dunite. Etymology of Harzburgite and Dunite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Harzburgite and Formation of Dunite. The etymology of Harzburgite is From the name of a town in Harzburg, Germany while that of Dunite is From the name of a town in Harzburg, Germany. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Harzburgite and Dunite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Harzburgite and Dunite are listed below.

For Harzburgite,

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

For Dunite,

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