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Ijolite and Ijolite Definition

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1 Definition
1.1 Definition
Ijolite is an intrusive igneous rock which is composed mainly of nepheline and an alkali pyroxene, usually aegirine-augite
Ijolite is an intrusive igneous rock which is composed mainly of nepheline and an alkali pyroxene, usually aegirine-augite
1.2 History
1.2.1 Origin
Finland, Europe
Finland, Europe
1.2.2 Discoverer
Unknown
Unknown
1.3 Etymology
From the first syllable of the Finnish words Ii-vaara, Iijoki, &c. commonly used geographical names in Finland, and the Gr. Xiflos, a stone
From the first syllable of the Finnish words Ii-vaara, Iijoki, &c. commonly used geographical names in Finland, and the Gr. Xiflos, a stone
1.4 Class
Igneous Rocks
Igneous Rocks
1.4.1 Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock
1.5 Family
1.5.1 Group
Plutonic
Plutonic
1.6 Other Categories
Coarse Grained Rock, Opaque Rock
Coarse Grained Rock, Opaque Rock

Definition of Ijolite and Ijolite

The general Ijolite and Ijolite definition can be stated as: Ijolite is an intrusive igneous rock which is composed mainly of nepheline and an alkali pyroxene, usually aegirine-augite. 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 Ijolite and Ijolite, get to know about Properties of Ijolite and Ijolite. Get to know more information about Ijolite and Ijolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Ijolite and Ijolite

The history of Ijolite 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.

Ijolite and Ijolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Ijolite and Ijolite

Along with Ijolite and Ijolite definition, know more about the etymology of Ijolite and Ijolite. Etymology of Ijolite and Ijolite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Ijolite and Formation of Ijolite. The etymology of Ijolite is From the first syllable of the Finnish words Ii-vaara, Iijoki, &c. commonly used geographical names in Finland, and the Gr. Xiflos, a stone while that of Ijolite is From the first syllable of the Finnish words Ii-vaara, Iijoki, &c. commonly used geographical names in Finland, and the Gr. Xiflos, a stone. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Ijolite and Ijolite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Ijolite and Ijolite are listed below.

For Ijolite,

  • Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness 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
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