Harzburgite and Gneiss Definition

Definition of Harzburgite and Gneiss

The general Harzburgite and Gneiss definition can be stated as: Harzburgite is a plutonic rock of the peridotite group consisting largely of orthopyroxene and olivine. On the other hand, Gneiss is a common and widely distributed type of rock formed by high-grade regional metamorphic processes from pre-existing formations that were originally either igneous or sedimentary rocks. Along with definition of Harzburgite and Gneiss, get to know about Properties of Harzburgite and Gneiss. Get to know more information about Harzburgite and Gneiss origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Harzburgite and Gneiss

The history of Harzburgite and Gneiss 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 Gneiss Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Harzburgite and Gneiss

Along with Harzburgite and Gneiss definition, know more about the etymology of Harzburgite and Gneiss. Etymology of Harzburgite and Gneiss gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Harzburgite and Formation of Gneiss. The etymology of Harzburgite is From the name of a town in Harzburg, Germany while that of Gneiss 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 belongs to Igneous Rocks while Gneiss belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Harzburgite and Gneiss are listed below.

For Harzburgite,

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

For Gneiss,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock