Harzburgite and Syenite Definition

Definition of Harzburgite and Syenite

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

History of Harzburgite and Syenite

The history of Harzburgite and Syenite 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 Syenite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Harzburgite and Syenite

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

For Harzburgite,

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

For Syenite,

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