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Conglomerate and Trondhjemite Definition

1 Definition
1.1 Definition
Conglomerate is a sedimentary rock which forms from rounded gravel and boulder sized clasts which are cemented together in a matrix
Trondhjemite is a leucocratic (light-colored) intrusive igneous rock. It is a variety of tonalite in which the plagioclase is mostly in the form of oligoclase. Trondhjemites are sometimes known as plagiogranites.
1.2 History
1.2.1 Origin
Italy
Tonale, Italy
1.2.2 Discoverer
Unknown
Unknown
1.3 Etymology
From Latin conglomeratus, to roll together, i.e. from com together + glomerare to gather into a ball, from glomus (genitive glomeris) a ball
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1.4 Class
Sedimentary Rocks
Igneous Rocks
1.4.1 Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Soft Rock
Durable Rock, Hard Rock
1.5 Family
1.5.1 Group
Not Applicable
Plutonic
1.6 Other Categories
Coarse Grained Rock, Opaque Rock
Coarse Grained Rock, Fine Grained Rock, Medium Grained Rock, Opaque Rock

Definition of Conglomerate and Trondhjemite

The general Conglomerate and Trondhjemite 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, Trondhjemite is a leucocratic (light-colored) intrusive igneous rock. It is a variety of tonalite in which the plagioclase is mostly in the form of oligoclase. Trondhjemites are sometimes known as plagiogranites.. Along with definition of Conglomerate and Trondhjemite, get to know about Properties of Conglomerate and Trondhjemite. Get to know more information about Conglomerate and Trondhjemite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Conglomerate and Trondhjemite

The history of Conglomerate and Trondhjemite 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 Trondhjemite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Conglomerate and Trondhjemite

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

For Conglomerate,

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

For Trondhjemite,

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