Harzburgite and Anorthosite Definition

Definition of Harzburgite and Anorthosite

The general Harzburgite and Anorthosite definition can be stated as: Harzburgite is a plutonic rock of the peridotite group consisting largely of orthopyroxene and olivine. On the other hand, Anorthosite is a granular igneous rock composed largely of labradorite or plagioclase. Along with definition of Harzburgite and Anorthosite, get to know about Properties of Harzburgite and Anorthosite. Get to know more information about Harzburgite and Anorthosite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Harzburgite and Anorthosite

The history of Harzburgite and Anorthosite 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.

Harzburgite and Anorthosite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Harzburgite and Anorthosite

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

For Harzburgite,

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

For Anorthosite,

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