Harzburgite and Turbidite Definition

Definition of Harzburgite and Turbidite

The general Harzburgite and Turbidite definition can be stated as: Harzburgite is a plutonic rock of the peridotite group consisting largely of orthopyroxene and olivine. On the other hand, A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. Along with definition of Harzburgite and Turbidite, get to know about Properties of Harzburgite and Turbidite. Get to know more information about Harzburgite and Turbidite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Harzburgite and Turbidite

The history of Harzburgite and Turbidite 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 Turbidite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Harzburgite and Turbidite

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

For Harzburgite,

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

For Turbidite,

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