Arkose and Monzonite Definition

Definition of Arkose and Monzonite

The general Arkose and Monzonite definition can be stated as: Arkose is a sedimentary rock, specifically a type of sandstone containing at least 25% feldspar. On the other hand, Monzonite is a granular igneous rock with composition between syenite and diorite and containing approximately equal amounts of orthoclase and plagioclase. Along with definition of Arkose and Monzonite, get to know about Properties of Arkose and Monzonite. Get to know more information about Arkose and Monzonite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Arkose and Monzonite

The history of Arkose and Monzonite 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 Monzonite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Arkose and Monzonite

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

For Arkose,

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

For Monzonite,

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