Harzburgite and Marl Definition

Definition of Harzburgite and Marl

The general Harzburgite and Marl definition can be stated as: Harzburgite is a plutonic rock of the peridotite group consisting largely of orthopyroxene and olivine. On the other hand, Marl is an unconsolidated sedimentary rock consisting of clay and lime. Along with definition of Harzburgite and Marl, get to know about Properties of Harzburgite and Marl. Get to know more information about Harzburgite and Marl origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Harzburgite and Marl

The history of Harzburgite and Marl 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 Marl Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Harzburgite and Marl

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

For Harzburgite,

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

For Marl,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock