Harzburgite and Diamictite Definition

Definition of Harzburgite and Diamictite

The general Harzburgite and Diamictite definition can be stated as: Harzburgite is a plutonic rock of the peridotite group consisting largely of orthopyroxene and olivine. On the other hand, Diamictite is a sedimentary rock that consists of non-sorted to poorly sorted terrigenous sediment containing particles that range in size from clay to boulders, suspended in a matrix of mudstone or sandstone. Along with definition of Harzburgite and Diamictite, get to know about Properties of Harzburgite and Diamictite. Get to know more information about Harzburgite and Diamictite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Harzburgite and Diamictite

The history of Harzburgite and Diamictite 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 Diamictite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Harzburgite and Diamictite

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

For Harzburgite,

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

For Diamictite,

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