Foidolite and Granite Definition

Definition of Foidolite and Granite

The general Foidolite and Granite definition can be stated as: Foidolite is a rare type of coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock with a feldspathoid mineral content greater than 60%. On the other hand, Granite is a very hard, granular, crystalline igneous rock which consists mainly of quartz, mica, and feldspar and is often used as building stone. Along with definition of Foidolite and Granite, get to know about Properties of Foidolite and Granite. Get to know more information about Foidolite and Granite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Foidolite and Granite

The history of Foidolite and Granite 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.

Foidolite and Granite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Foidolite and Granite

Along with Foidolite and Granite definition, know more about the etymology of Foidolite and Granite. Etymology of Foidolite and Granite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Foidolite and Formation of Granite. The etymology of Foidolite is From the mineral feldspathoid which is the main content of rock while that of Granite is From the mineral feldspathoid which is the main content of rock. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Foidolite and Granite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Foidolite and Granite are listed below.

For Foidolite,

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

For Granite,

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