Harzburgite and Ijolite Definition

Definition of Harzburgite and Ijolite

The general Harzburgite and Ijolite definition can be stated as: Harzburgite is a plutonic rock of the peridotite group consisting largely of orthopyroxene and olivine. On the other hand, Ijolite is an intrusive igneous rock which is composed mainly of nepheline and an alkali pyroxene, usually aegirine-augite. Along with definition of Harzburgite and Ijolite, get to know about Properties of Harzburgite and Ijolite. Get to know more information about Harzburgite and Ijolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Harzburgite and Ijolite

The history of Harzburgite and Ijolite 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 Ijolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Harzburgite and Ijolite

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

For Harzburgite,

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

For Ijolite,

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