Harzburgite and Picrite Definition

Definition of Harzburgite and Picrite

The general Harzburgite and Picrite definition can be stated as: Harzburgite is a plutonic rock of the peridotite group consisting largely of orthopyroxene and olivine. On the other hand, Picrite is a variety of high-magnesium olivine basalt that is very rich in the mineral olivine. Along with definition of Harzburgite and Picrite, get to know about Properties of Harzburgite and Picrite. Get to know more information about Harzburgite and Picrite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Harzburgite and Picrite

The history of Harzburgite and Picrite 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 Picrite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Harzburgite and Picrite

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

For Harzburgite,

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

For Picrite,

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