Foidolite and Ijolite Definition

Definition of Foidolite and Ijolite

The general Foidolite and Ijolite 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, Ijolite is an intrusive igneous rock which is composed mainly of nepheline and an alkali pyroxene, usually aegirine-augite. Along with definition of Foidolite and Ijolite, get to know about Properties of Foidolite and Ijolite. Get to know more information about Foidolite and Ijolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Foidolite and Ijolite

The history of Foidolite 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.

Foidolite and Ijolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Foidolite and Ijolite

Along with Foidolite and Ijolite definition, know more about the etymology of Foidolite and Ijolite. Etymology of Foidolite and Ijolite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Foidolite and Formation of Ijolite. The etymology of Foidolite is From the mineral feldspathoid which is the main content of rock while that of Ijolite 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 Ijolite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Foidolite and Ijolite 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 Ijolite,

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