Websterite and Ijolite Definition

Definition of Websterite and Ijolite

The general Websterite and Ijolite definition can be stated as: Websterite is ultramafic and ultrabasic rock that consists of roughly equal proportions of orthopyroxene and clinopyroxene. It is a special type of pyroxenite.. On the other hand, Ijolite is an intrusive igneous rock which is composed mainly of nepheline and an alkali pyroxene, usually aegirine-augite. Along with definition of Websterite and Ijolite, get to know about Properties of Websterite and Ijolite. Get to know more information about Websterite and Ijolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Websterite and Ijolite

The history of Websterite and Ijolite 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.

Websterite and Ijolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Websterite and Ijolite

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

For Websterite,

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

For Ijolite,

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