Conglomerate and Granodiorite Definition

Definition of Conglomerate and Granodiorite

The general Conglomerate and Granodiorite definition can be stated as: Conglomerate is a sedimentary rock which forms from rounded gravel and boulder sized clasts which are cemented together in a matrix. 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 Conglomerate and Granodiorite, get to know about Properties of Conglomerate and Granodiorite. Get to know more information about Conglomerate and Granodiorite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Conglomerate and Granodiorite

The history of Conglomerate 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.

Conglomerate and Granodiorite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Conglomerate and Granodiorite

Along with Conglomerate and Granodiorite definition, know more about the etymology of Conglomerate and Granodiorite. Etymology of Conglomerate and Granodiorite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Conglomerate and Formation of Granodiorite. The etymology of Conglomerate is From Latin conglomeratus, to roll together, i.e. from com together + glomerare to gather into a ball, from glomus (genitive glomeris) a ball while that of Granodiorite is From Latin conglomeratus, to roll together, i.e. from com together + glomerare to gather into a ball, from glomus (genitive glomeris) a ball. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Conglomerate belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Granodiorite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Conglomerate and Granodiorite are listed below.

For Conglomerate,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft 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