Andesite and Vogesite Definition

Definition of Andesite and Vogesite

The general Andesite and Vogesite definition can be stated as: Andesite is a dark, fine-grained, brown or greyish intermediate volcanic rock which is a commonly found in lava. On the other hand, Vogesite is a porphyritic alkaline igneous rock and is a variety of Lamprophyre which is dominated by essential amphibole, usually hornblende, and potassic feldspar. Along with definition of Andesite and Vogesite, get to know about Properties of Andesite and Vogesite. Get to know more information about Andesite and Vogesite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Andesite and Vogesite

The history of Andesite and Vogesite 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.

Andesite and Vogesite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Andesite and Vogesite

Along with Andesite and Vogesite definition, know more about the etymology of Andesite and Vogesite. Etymology of Andesite and Vogesite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Andesite and Formation of Vogesite. The etymology of Andesite is From Andes mountains, where it is found in abundance while that of Vogesite is From Andes mountains, where it is found in abundance. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Andesite and Vogesite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Andesite and Vogesite are listed below.

For Andesite,

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

For Vogesite,

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