Chert and Monzogranite Definition

Definition of Chert and Monzogranite

The general Chert and Monzogranite definition can be stated as: Chert is a hard, dark, opaque sedimentary rock which is composed of silica with an amorphous fine-grained texture. 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 Chert and Monzogranite, get to know about Properties of Chert and Monzogranite. Get to know more information about Chert and Monzogranite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Chert and Monzogranite

The history of Chert 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.

Chert and Monzogranite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Chert and Monzogranite

Along with Chert and Monzogranite definition, know more about the etymology of Chert and Monzogranite. Etymology of Chert and Monzogranite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Chert and Formation of Monzogranite. The etymology of Chert is From flint-like quartz, 1670s, of unknown origin- a local term, which has been taken into geological use while that of Monzogranite is From flint-like quartz, 1670s, of unknown origin- a local term, which has been taken into geological use. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Chert belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Monzogranite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Chert and Monzogranite are listed below.

For Chert,

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

For Monzogranite,

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