Foidolite and Phyllite Definition

Definition of Foidolite and Phyllite

The general Foidolite and Phyllite 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, Phyllite is a fine-grained metamorphic rock with a well-developed laminar structure, and is intermediate between slate and schist rocks. Along with definition of Foidolite and Phyllite, get to know about Properties of Foidolite and Phyllite. Get to know more information about Foidolite and Phyllite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Foidolite and Phyllite

The history of Foidolite and Phyllite 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 Phyllite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Foidolite and Phyllite

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

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