Harzburgite and Sovite Definition

Definition of Harzburgite and Sovite

The general Harzburgite and Sovite definition can be stated as: Harzburgite is a plutonic rock of the peridotite group consisting largely of orthopyroxene and olivine. On the other hand, Sovite is a coarse-grained variety of carbonatite which belongs to intrusive igneous rock. Along with definition of Harzburgite and Sovite, get to know about Properties of Harzburgite and Sovite. Get to know more information about Harzburgite and Sovite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Harzburgite and Sovite

The history of Harzburgite and Sovite 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 Sovite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Harzburgite and Sovite

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

For Harzburgite,

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

For Sovite,

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