Formation of Phonolite

Phonolite

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1 Formation

1.1 Formation

Phonolite are formed due to alkaline igneous activities and are generally formed in thick continental crustal areas or in Cordilleran subduction zones.

1.2 Composition

1.2.1 Mineral Content

Albite, Amphibole, Biotite, Cancrinite, Feldspar, Hornblende, Plagioclase, Pyroxene, Sodalite

1.2.2 Compound Content

Aluminium Oxide, CaO, Iron(III) Oxide, FeO, Potassium Oxide, MgO, MnO, Sodium Oxide, Phosphorus Pentoxide, Silicon Dioxide, Titanium Dioxide

1.3 Transformation

1.3.1 Metamorphism

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97% Igneous Rocks Rocks have it !

1.3.2 Types of Metamorphism

Contact Metamorphism

1.3.3 Weathering

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99% Igneous Rocks Rocks have it !

1.3.4 Types of Weathering

Chemical Weathering, Mechanical Weathering

1.3.5 Erosion

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1.3.6 Types of Erosion

Chemical Erosion, Coastal Erosion, Water Erosion, Wind Erosion

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Phonolite Formation

Phonolite formation took place millions of years ago. There are a variety of Phonolite Uses and the Phonolite Reserves are found in many countries around the world. The rocks in the earth’s crust continuously undergo changes in their composition which leads to formation of other rocks. Each rock has a unique formation process. Formation of Phonolite is explained below:

Phonolite are formed due to alkaline igneous activities and are generally formed in thick continental crustal areas or in Cordilleran subduction zones.

Along with Phonolite Formation, also learn about Phonolite composition and transformation in the next section.