Harzburgite and Latite Definition

Definition of Harzburgite and Latite

The general Harzburgite and Latite definition can be stated as: Harzburgite is a plutonic rock of the peridotite group consisting largely of orthopyroxene and olivine. On the other hand, Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. Along with definition of Harzburgite and Latite, get to know about Properties of Harzburgite and Latite. Get to know more information about Harzburgite and Latite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Harzburgite and Latite

The history of Harzburgite and Latite 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 Latite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Harzburgite and Latite

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

For Harzburgite,

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

For Latite,

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