Peridotite and Schist Definition

Definition of Peridotite and Schist

The general Peridotite and Schist 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, Schist is a medium grade metamorphic rock with medium to large, flat, sheet like grains in a preferred orientation. Along with definition of Peridotite and Schist, get to know about Properties of Peridotite and Schist. Get to know more information about Peridotite and Schist origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Peridotite and Schist

The history of Peridotite and Schist 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 Schist Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Peridotite and Schist

Along with Peridotite and Schist definition, know more about the etymology of Peridotite and Schist. Etymology of Peridotite and Schist gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Peridotite and Formation of Schist. The etymology of Peridotite is From French, from peridot +‎ -ite while that of Schist 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 belongs to Igneous Rocks while Schist belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Peridotite and Schist are listed below.

For Peridotite,

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

For Schist,

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