Harzburgite and Boninite Definition

Definition of Harzburgite and Boninite

The general Harzburgite and Boninite definition can be stated as: Harzburgite is a plutonic rock of the peridotite group consisting largely of orthopyroxene and olivine. On the other hand, Boninite is a mafic extrusive rock which is high in magnesium and silica content, formed in fore-arc environments, typically during the early stages of subduction. Along with definition of Harzburgite and Boninite, get to know about Properties of Harzburgite and Boninite. Get to know more information about Harzburgite and Boninite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Harzburgite and Boninite

The history of Harzburgite and Boninite 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 Boninite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Harzburgite and Boninite

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

For Harzburgite,

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

For Boninite,

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