Amphibolite and Luxullianite Definition

Definition of Amphibolite and Luxullianite

The general Amphibolite and Luxullianite 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, Luxullianite is a rare type of granite, known for presence of clusters of radially arranged acicular tourmaline crystals which are enclosed by phenocrysts of orthoclase and quartz in a matrix of quartz, tourmaline, alkali feldspar, brown mica.. Along with definition of Amphibolite and Luxullianite, get to know about Properties of Amphibolite and Luxullianite. Get to know more information about Amphibolite and Luxullianite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Amphibolite and Luxullianite

The history of Amphibolite and Luxullianite 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 Luxullianite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Amphibolite and Luxullianite

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

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