Mugearite and Luxullianite Definition

Definition of Mugearite and Luxullianite

The general Mugearite and Luxullianite definition can be stated as: Mugearite is a type of oligoclase bearing basalt, also comprising of olivine, apatite, and opaque oxides. On the other hand, Luxullianite is a rare type of granite, known for presence of clusters of radially arranged acicular tourmaline crystals which are enclosed by phenocrysts of orthoclase and quartz in a matrix of quartz, tourmaline, alkali feldspar, brown mica.. Along with definition of Mugearite and Luxullianite, get to know about Properties of Mugearite and Luxullianite. Get to know more information about Mugearite and Luxullianite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Mugearite and Luxullianite

The history of Mugearite and Luxullianite 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.

Mugearite and Luxullianite Origin and Discoverer

Mugearite and Luxullianite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Mugearite and Luxullianite. In this section, you will know about Mugearite and Luxullianite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Mugearite is Skye, Scotland whereas Origin of Luxullianite is England. It is interesting to know the name of Mugearite and Luxullianite discoverer. The Discoverer of Mugearite is Alfred Harker and the discoverer of Luxullianite is Unknown.

Etymology of Mugearite and Luxullianite

Along with Mugearite and Luxullianite definition, know more about the etymology of Mugearite and Luxullianite. Etymology of Mugearite and Luxullianite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Mugearite and Formation of Luxullianite. The etymology of Mugearite is From mugear +‎ -ite while that of Luxullianite is From mugear +‎ -ite. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Mugearite and Luxullianite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Mugearite and Luxullianite are listed below.

For Mugearite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Opaque rock

For Luxullianite,

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