Harzburgite and Skarn Definition

Definition of Harzburgite and Skarn

The general Harzburgite and Skarn definition can be stated as: Harzburgite is a plutonic rock of the peridotite group consisting largely of orthopyroxene and olivine. On the other hand, Skarns are formed during regional or contact metamorphism and from a variety of metasomatic processes involving fluids of magmatic, metamorphic, and/or marine origin. Along with definition of Harzburgite and Skarn, get to know about Properties of Harzburgite and Skarn. Get to know more information about Harzburgite and Skarn origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Harzburgite and Skarn

The history of Harzburgite and Skarn 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 Skarn Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Harzburgite and Skarn

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

For Harzburgite,

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

For Skarn,

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