Arkose and Granodiorite Definition

Definition of Arkose and Granodiorite

The general Arkose and Granodiorite definition can be stated as: Arkose is a sedimentary rock, specifically a type of sandstone containing at least 25% feldspar. On the other hand, Granodiorite is a coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock containing quartz and plagioclase, and which has composition in between granite and diorite. Along with definition of Arkose and Granodiorite, get to know about Properties of Arkose and Granodiorite. Get to know more information about Arkose and Granodiorite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Arkose and Granodiorite

The history of Arkose and Granodiorite 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 Granodiorite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Arkose and Granodiorite

Along with Arkose and Granodiorite definition, know more about the etymology of Arkose and Granodiorite. Etymology of Arkose and Granodiorite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Arkose and Formation of Granodiorite. 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 Granodiorite 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 Granodiorite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Arkose and Granodiorite are listed below.

For Arkose,

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

For Granodiorite,

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