Enderbite and Ijolite Definition

Definition of Enderbite and Ijolite

The general Enderbite and Ijolite definition can be stated as: Enderbite rock is an igneous rock which belongs to the Charnockite rock series. On the other hand, Ijolite is an intrusive igneous rock which is composed mainly of nepheline and an alkali pyroxene, usually aegirine-augite. Along with definition of Enderbite and Ijolite, get to know about Properties of Enderbite and Ijolite. Get to know more information about Enderbite and Ijolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Enderbite and Ijolite

The history of Enderbite and Ijolite 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.

Enderbite and Ijolite Origin and Discoverer

Enderbite and Ijolite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Enderbite and Ijolite. In this section, you will know about Enderbite and Ijolite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Enderbite is Enderby Land, Antarctica whereas Origin of Ijolite is Finland, Europe. It is interesting to know the name of Enderbite and Ijolite discoverer. The discoverer of Enderbite and Ijolite are Unknown.

Etymology of Enderbite and Ijolite

Along with Enderbite and Ijolite definition, know more about the etymology of Enderbite and Ijolite. Etymology of Enderbite and Ijolite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Enderbite and Formation of Ijolite. The etymology of Enderbite is From its occurrence in Enderby Land, Antarctica while that of Ijolite is From its occurrence in Enderby Land, Antarctica. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Enderbite and Ijolite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Enderbite and Ijolite are listed below.

For Enderbite,

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

For Ijolite,

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