Websterite and Itacolumite Definition

Definition of Websterite and Itacolumite

The general Websterite and Itacolumite 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, A yellow sandstone which is flexible when cut into thin strips. Along with definition of Websterite and Itacolumite, get to know about Properties of Websterite and Itacolumite. Get to know more information about Websterite and Itacolumite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Websterite and Itacolumite

The history of Websterite and Itacolumite 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 Itacolumite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Websterite and Itacolumite

Along with Websterite and Itacolumite definition, know more about the etymology of Websterite and Itacolumite. Etymology of Websterite and Itacolumite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Websterite and Formation of Itacolumite. The etymology of Websterite is From the town of Webster located in North Carolina while that of Itacolumite 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 belongs to Igneous Rocks while Itacolumite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Websterite and Itacolumite are listed below.

For Websterite,

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

For Itacolumite,

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