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Ijolite and Peridotite Definition


Peridotite and Ijolite Definition


Definition

Definition
Ijolite is an intrusive igneous rock which is composed mainly of nepheline and an alkali pyroxene, usually aegirine-augite   
Peridotite is a dense, coarse-grained plutonic is the main constituent of the earth's mantle   

History
  
  

Origin
Finland, Europe   
Pike County, U.S   

Discoverer
Unknown   
Unknown   

Etymology
From the first syllable of the Finnish words Ii-vaara, Iijoki, &c. commonly used geographical names in Finland, and the Gr. Xiflos, a stone   
From French, from peridot +‎ -ite   

Class
Igneous Rocks   
Igneous Rocks   

Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock   
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock   

Family
  
  

Group
Plutonic   
Plutonic   

Other Categories
Coarse Grained Rock, Opaque Rock   
Coarse Grained Rock, Opaque Rock   

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Definition of Ijolite and Peridotite

The general Ijolite and Peridotite definition can be stated as: Ijolite is an intrusive igneous rock which is composed mainly of nepheline and an alkali pyroxene, usually aegirine-augite. On the other hand, Peridotite is a dense, coarse-grained plutonic is the main constituent of the earth's mantle. Along with definition of Ijolite and Peridotite, get to know about Properties of Ijolite and Peridotite. Get to know more information about Ijolite and Peridotite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

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History of Ijolite and Peridotite

The history of Ijolite and Peridotite 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.

Ijolite and Peridotite Origin and Discoverer

Ijolite and Peridotite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Ijolite and Peridotite. In this section, you will know about Ijolite and Peridotite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Ijolite is Finland, Europe whereas Origin of Peridotite is Pike County, U.S. It is interesting to know the name of Ijolite and Peridotite discoverer. The discoverer of Ijolite and Peridotite are Unknown.

Etymology of Ijolite and Peridotite

Along with Ijolite and Peridotite definition, know more about the etymology of Ijolite and Peridotite. Etymology of Ijolite and Peridotite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Ijolite and Formation of Peridotite. The etymology of Ijolite is From the first syllable of the Finnish words Ii-vaara, Iijoki, &c. commonly used geographical names in Finland, and the Gr. Xiflos, a stone while that of Peridotite is From the first syllable of the Finnish words Ii-vaara, Iijoki, &c. commonly used geographical names in Finland, and the Gr. Xiflos, a stone. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Ijolite and Peridotite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Ijolite and Peridotite are listed below.

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