Harzburgite and Pyroxenite Definition

Definition of Harzburgite and Pyroxenite

The general Harzburgite and Pyroxenite definition can be stated as: Harzburgite is a plutonic rock of the peridotite group consisting largely of orthopyroxene and olivine. On the other hand, Pyroxenite is a dark, greenish, granular intrusive igneous rock consisting mainly of pyroxenes and olivine. Along with definition of Harzburgite and Pyroxenite, get to know about Properties of Harzburgite and Pyroxenite. Get to know more information about Harzburgite and Pyroxenite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Harzburgite and Pyroxenite

The history of Harzburgite and Pyroxenite 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 Pyroxenite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Harzburgite and Pyroxenite

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

For Harzburgite,

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

For Pyroxenite,

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