Websterite and Peridotite Definition

Definition of Websterite and Peridotite

The general Websterite and Peridotite 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, Peridotite is a dense, coarse-grained plutonic is the main constituent of the earth's mantle. Along with definition of Websterite and Peridotite, get to know about Properties of Websterite and Peridotite. Get to know more information about Websterite and Peridotite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Websterite and Peridotite

The history of Websterite and Peridotite 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 Peridotite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Websterite and Peridotite

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

For Websterite,

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

For Peridotite,

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