Peridotite and Basanite  Definition

Definition of Peridotite and Basanite 

The general Peridotite and Basanite  definition can be stated as: Peridotite is a dense, coarse-grained plutonic is the main constituent of the earth's mantle. On the other hand, Basanite is a black basaltic rock which mainly contains plagioclase, augite, olivine and nepheline and is formerly used as a touchstone. Along with definition of Peridotite and Basanite , get to know about Properties of Peridotite and Basanite . Get to know more information about Peridotite and Basanite  origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Peridotite and Basanite 

The history of Peridotite and Basanite  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.

Peridotite and Basanite  Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Peridotite and Basanite 

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

For Peridotite,

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

For Basanite ,

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