Arkose and Granite Definition

Definition of Arkose and Granite

The general Arkose and Granite definition can be stated as: Arkose is a sedimentary rock, specifically a type of sandstone containing at least 25% feldspar. On the other hand, Granite is a very hard, granular, crystalline igneous rock which consists mainly of quartz, mica, and feldspar and is often used as building stone. Along with definition of Arkose and Granite, get to know about Properties of Arkose and Granite. Get to know more information about Arkose and Granite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Arkose and Granite

The history of Arkose and Granite 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.

Arkose and Granite Origin and Discoverer

Arkose and Granite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Arkose and Granite. In this section, you will know about Arkose and Granite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Arkose is France whereas Origin of Granite is Unknown. It is interesting to know the name of Arkose and Granite discoverer. The Discoverer of Arkose is Alexandre Brongniart and the discoverer of Granite is Unknown.

Etymology of Arkose and Granite

Along with Arkose and Granite definition, know more about the etymology of Arkose and Granite. Etymology of Arkose and Granite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Arkose and Formation of Granite. The etymology of Arkose is From Auvergne region of France used by a French geologist Alexandre Brongniart in 1826 who applied this term to some feldspathic sandstones while that of Granite is From Auvergne region of France used by a French geologist Alexandre Brongniart in 1826 who applied this term to some feldspathic sandstones. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Arkose belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Granite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Arkose and Granite are listed below.

For Arkose,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock

For Granite,

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