Harzburgite and Phonolite Definition

Definition of Harzburgite and Phonolite

The general Harzburgite and Phonolite definition can be stated as: Harzburgite is a plutonic rock of the peridotite group consisting largely of orthopyroxene and olivine. On the other hand, Phonolite is an uncommon extrusive igneous rock volcanic rock of intermediate chemical composition between felsic and mafic. Along with definition of Harzburgite and Phonolite, get to know about Properties of Harzburgite and Phonolite. Get to know more information about Harzburgite and Phonolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Harzburgite and Phonolite

The history of Harzburgite and Phonolite 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 Phonolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Harzburgite and Phonolite

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

For Harzburgite,

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

For Phonolite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock