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Harzburgite and Hyaloclastite  Definition


Hyaloclastite  and Harzburgite Definition


Definition

Definition
Harzburgite is a plutonic rock of the peridotite group consisting largely of orthopyroxene and olivine   
Hyaloclastite is an aggregate of fine, glassy debris formed by the sudden contact of hot, coherent magma and cold water or water-saturated sediment   

History
  
  

Origin
Germany   
Unknown   

Discoverer
Unknown   
Unknown   

Etymology
From the name of a town in Harzburg, Germany   
From hyalo +‎ -ite   

Class
Igneous Rocks   
Igneous Rocks   

Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock   
Durable Rock, Soft Rock   

Family
  
  

Group
Plutonic   
Volcanic   

Other Categories
Coarse Grained Rock, Opaque Rock   
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock   

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Definition of Harzburgite and Hyaloclastite 

The general Harzburgite and Hyaloclastite  definition can be stated as: Harzburgite is a plutonic rock of the peridotite group consisting largely of orthopyroxene and olivine. On the other hand, Hyaloclastite is an aggregate of fine, glassy debris formed by the sudden contact of hot, coherent magma and cold water or water-saturated sediment. Along with definition of Harzburgite and Hyaloclastite  , get to know about Properties of Harzburgite and Hyaloclastite  . Get to know more information about Harzburgite and Hyaloclastite  origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

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History of Harzburgite and Hyaloclastite 

The history of Harzburgite and Hyaloclastite  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 Hyaloclastite  Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Harzburgite and Hyaloclastite 

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

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