Anorthosite and Monzogranite Definition

Definition of Anorthosite and Monzogranite

The general Anorthosite and Monzogranite definition can be stated as: Anorthosite is a granular igneous rock composed largely of labradorite or plagioclase. On the other hand, Monzogranite is a type of igneous rock and belongs to biotite granite rocks that are considered to be the final fractionation product of magma. Along with definition of Anorthosite and Monzogranite, get to know about Properties of Anorthosite and Monzogranite. Get to know more information about Anorthosite and Monzogranite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Anorthosite and Monzogranite

The history of Anorthosite and Monzogranite 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.

Anorthosite and Monzogranite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Anorthosite and Monzogranite

Along with Anorthosite and Monzogranite definition, know more about the etymology of Anorthosite and Monzogranite. Etymology of Anorthosite and Monzogranite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Anorthosite and Formation of Monzogranite. The etymology of Anorthosite is From French anorthose plagioclase + -ite1 while that of Monzogranite is From French anorthose plagioclase + -ite1. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Anorthosite and Monzogranite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Anorthosite and Monzogranite are listed below.

For Anorthosite,

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

For Monzogranite,

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