Monzogranite and Basalt Definition

Definition of Monzogranite and Basalt

The general Monzogranite and Basalt definition can be stated as: Monzogranite is a type of igneous rock and belongs to biotite granite rocks that are considered to be the final fractionation product of magma. On the other hand, Basalt is a common extrusive igneous rock formed by the rapid cooling of basaltic lava exposed at or very near the surface of Earth. Along with definition of Monzogranite and Basalt, get to know about Properties of Monzogranite and Basalt. Get to know more information about Monzogranite and Basalt origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzogranite and Basalt

The history of Monzogranite and Basalt 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.

Monzogranite and Basalt Origin and Discoverer

Monzogranite and Basalt definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Monzogranite and Basalt. In this section, you will know about Monzogranite and Basalt Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Monzogranite is Unknown whereas Origin of Basalt is Egypt. It is interesting to know the name of Monzogranite and Basalt discoverer. The Discoverer of Monzogranite is Unknown and the discoverer of Basalt is Georgius Agricola.

Etymology of Monzogranite and Basalt

Along with Monzogranite and Basalt definition, know more about the etymology of Monzogranite and Basalt. Etymology of Monzogranite and Basalt gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Monzogranite and Formation of Basalt. The etymology of Monzogranite is From its mineral content while that of Basalt is From its mineral content. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Monzogranite and Basalt belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Monzogranite and Basalt are listed below.

For Monzogranite,

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

For Basalt,

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