Diatomite and Harzburgite Definition

Definition of Diatomite and Harzburgite

The general Diatomite and Harzburgite definition can be stated as: Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth. On the other hand, Harzburgite is a plutonic rock of the peridotite group consisting largely of orthopyroxene and olivine. Along with definition of Diatomite and Harzburgite, get to know about Properties of Diatomite and Harzburgite. Get to know more information about Diatomite and Harzburgite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Diatomite and Harzburgite

The history of Diatomite and Harzburgite 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.

Diatomite and Harzburgite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Diatomite and Harzburgite

Along with Diatomite and Harzburgite definition, know more about the etymology of Diatomite and Harzburgite. Etymology of Diatomite and Harzburgite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Diatomite and Formation of Harzburgite. The etymology of Diatomite is From diatom + -ite1 while that of Harzburgite is From diatom + -ite1. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Diatomite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Harzburgite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Diatomite and Harzburgite are listed below.

For Diatomite,

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

For Harzburgite,

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