Harzburgite and Quartzite Definition

Definition of Harzburgite and Quartzite

The general Harzburgite and Quartzite definition can be stated as: Harzburgite is a plutonic rock of the peridotite group consisting largely of orthopyroxene and olivine. On the other hand, Quartzite is a non-foliated metamorphic rock that forms by the metamorphism of pure quartz Sandstone. Along with definition of Harzburgite and Quartzite, get to know about Properties of Harzburgite and Quartzite. Get to know more information about Harzburgite and Quartzite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Harzburgite and Quartzite

The history of Harzburgite and Quartzite 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 Quartzite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Harzburgite and Quartzite

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

For Harzburgite,

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

For Quartzite,

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