Enderbite and Shonkinite Definition

Definition of Enderbite and Shonkinite

The general Enderbite and Shonkinite definition can be stated as: Enderbite rock is an igneous rock which belongs to the Charnockite rock series. On the other hand, Shonkinite is a rare, dark-coloured and intrusive igneous rock which contains augite and orthoclase feldspar as its primary constituents. Along with definition of Enderbite and Shonkinite, get to know about Properties of Enderbite and Shonkinite. Get to know more information about Enderbite and Shonkinite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Enderbite and Shonkinite

The history of Enderbite and Shonkinite 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 Shonkinite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Enderbite and Shonkinite

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

For Enderbite,

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

For Shonkinite,

• 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