Ijolite and Pyrolite Definition

Definition of Ijolite and Pyrolite

The general Ijolite and Pyrolite 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, Pyrolite is an igneous rock consisting of about three parts of peridotite and one part of basalt. Along with definition of Ijolite and Pyrolite, get to know about Properties of Ijolite and Pyrolite. Get to know more information about Ijolite and Pyrolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Ijolite and Pyrolite

The history of Ijolite and Pyrolite 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 Pyrolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Ijolite and Pyrolite

Along with Ijolite and Pyrolite definition, know more about the etymology of Ijolite and Pyrolite. Etymology of Ijolite and Pyrolite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Ijolite and Formation of Pyrolite. 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 Pyrolite 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 Pyrolite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Ijolite and Pyrolite are listed below.

For Ijolite,

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

For Pyrolite,

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