Dolomite and Monzonite Definition

Definition of Dolomite and Monzonite

The general Dolomite and Monzonite definition can be stated as: Dolomite is a sedimentary rock containing more than 50 percent of the mineral dolomite by weight. 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 Dolomite and Monzonite, get to know about Properties of Dolomite and Monzonite. Get to know more information about Dolomite and Monzonite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Dolomite and Monzonite

The history of Dolomite 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.

Dolomite and Monzonite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Dolomite and Monzonite

Along with Dolomite and Monzonite definition, know more about the etymology of Dolomite and Monzonite. Etymology of Dolomite and Monzonite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Dolomite and Formation of Monzonite. The etymology of Dolomite is From French, from the name of Dolomieu (1750–1801), the French geologist who discovered the rock while that of Monzonite is From French, from the name of Dolomieu (1750–1801), the French geologist who discovered the rock. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Dolomite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Monzonite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Dolomite and Monzonite are listed below.

For Dolomite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock, Medium 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