Harzburgite and Icelandite Definition

Definition of Harzburgite and Icelandite

The general Harzburgite and Icelandite definition can be stated as: Harzburgite is a plutonic rock of the peridotite group consisting largely of orthopyroxene and olivine. On the other hand, Icelandite belongs to volcanic igneous rocks which is rich in iron and belongs to andesite rock. Along with definition of Harzburgite and Icelandite, get to know about Properties of Harzburgite and Icelandite. Get to know more information about Harzburgite and Icelandite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Harzburgite and Icelandite

The history of Harzburgite and Icelandite 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 Icelandite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Harzburgite and Icelandite

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

For Harzburgite,

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

For Icelandite,

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