Amphibolite and Amphibolite Definition

Definition of Amphibolite and Amphibolite

The general Amphibolite and Amphibolite definition can be stated as: Amphibolite can be defined as a granular metamorphic rock which mainly consist of hornblende and plagioclase. On the other hand, Amphibolite can be defined as a granular metamorphic rock which mainly consist of hornblende and plagioclase. Along with definition of Amphibolite and Amphibolite, get to know about Properties of Amphibolite and Amphibolite. Get to know more information about Amphibolite and Amphibolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Amphibolite and Amphibolite

The history of Amphibolite and Amphibolite 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.

Amphibolite and Amphibolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Amphibolite and Amphibolite

Along with Amphibolite and Amphibolite definition, know more about the etymology of Amphibolite and Amphibolite. Etymology of Amphibolite and Amphibolite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Amphibolite and Formation of Amphibolite. The etymology of Amphibolite is From Amphibole + -ite while that of Amphibolite is From Amphibole + -ite. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Amphibolite and Amphibolite belong to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Amphibolite and Amphibolite are listed below.

For Amphibolite,

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

For Amphibolite,

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