Harzburgite and Pyrolite Definition

Definition of Harzburgite and Pyrolite

The general Harzburgite and Pyrolite definition can be stated as: Harzburgite is a plutonic rock of the peridotite group consisting largely of orthopyroxene and olivine. On the other hand, Pyrolite is an igneous rock consisting of about three parts of peridotite and one part of basalt. Along with definition of Harzburgite and Pyrolite, get to know about Properties of Harzburgite and Pyrolite. Get to know more information about Harzburgite and Pyrolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Harzburgite and Pyrolite

The history of Harzburgite and Pyrolite 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 Pyrolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Harzburgite and Pyrolite

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

For Harzburgite,

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

For Pyrolite,

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