Amphibolite and Itacolumite Definition

Definition of Amphibolite and Itacolumite

The general Amphibolite and Itacolumite 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, A yellow sandstone which is flexible when cut into thin strips. Along with definition of Amphibolite and Itacolumite, get to know about Properties of Amphibolite and Itacolumite. Get to know more information about Amphibolite and Itacolumite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Amphibolite and Itacolumite

The history of Amphibolite and Itacolumite 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 Itacolumite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Amphibolite and Itacolumite

Along with Amphibolite and Itacolumite definition, know more about the etymology of Amphibolite and Itacolumite. Etymology of Amphibolite and Itacolumite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Amphibolite and Formation of Itacolumite. The etymology of Amphibolite is From Amphibole + -ite while that of Itacolumite 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 belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Itacolumite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Amphibolite and Itacolumite 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 Itacolumite,

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