Websterite and Tachylite Definition

Definition of Websterite and Tachylite

The general Websterite and Tachylite 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, Tachylite is a vitreous form of basaltic volcanic glass. This glass is formed naturally by the rapid cooling of molten basalt. Along with definition of Websterite and Tachylite, get to know about Properties of Websterite and Tachylite. Get to know more information about Websterite and Tachylite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Websterite and Tachylite

The history of Websterite and Tachylite 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 Tachylite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Websterite and Tachylite

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

For Websterite,

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

For Tachylite,

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