Amphibolite and Picrite Definition

Definition of Amphibolite and Picrite

The general Amphibolite and Picrite 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, Picrite is a variety of high-magnesium olivine basalt that is very rich in the mineral olivine. Along with definition of Amphibolite and Picrite, get to know about Properties of Amphibolite and Picrite. Get to know more information about Amphibolite and Picrite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Amphibolite and Picrite

The history of Amphibolite and Picrite 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 Picrite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Amphibolite and Picrite

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock