Harzburgite and Trondhjemite Definition

Definition of Harzburgite and Trondhjemite

The general Harzburgite and Trondhjemite definition can be stated as: Harzburgite is a plutonic rock of the peridotite group consisting largely of orthopyroxene and olivine. On the other hand, Trondhjemite is a leucocratic (light-colored) intrusive igneous rock. It is a variety of tonalite in which the plagioclase is mostly in the form of oligoclase. Trondhjemites are sometimes known as plagiogranites.. Along with definition of Harzburgite and Trondhjemite, get to know about Properties of Harzburgite and Trondhjemite. Get to know more information about Harzburgite and Trondhjemite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Harzburgite and Trondhjemite

The history of Harzburgite and Trondhjemite 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 Trondhjemite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Harzburgite and Trondhjemite

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

For Harzburgite,

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

For Trondhjemite,

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