Websterite and Picrite Definition

Definition of Websterite and Picrite

The general Websterite and Picrite 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, Picrite is a variety of high-magnesium olivine basalt that is very rich in the mineral olivine. Along with definition of Websterite and Picrite, get to know about Properties of Websterite and Picrite. Get to know more information about Websterite and Picrite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Websterite and Picrite

The history of Websterite and Picrite 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 Picrite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Websterite and Picrite

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

For Websterite,

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

For Picrite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock