Granodiorite and Diorite Definition

Definition of Granodiorite and Diorite

The general Granodiorite and Diorite definition can be stated as: Granodiorite is a coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock containing quartz and plagioclase, and which has composition in between granite and diorite. On the other hand, Diorite is a grey to dark-grey intermediate intrusive igneous rock composed principally of plagioclase feldspar,biotite, hornblende, and pyroxene. Along with definition of Granodiorite and Diorite, get to know about Properties of Granodiorite and Diorite. Get to know more information about Granodiorite and Diorite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Granodiorite and Diorite

The history of Granodiorite and Diorite 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.

Granodiorite and Diorite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Granodiorite and Diorite

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

For Granodiorite,

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

For Diorite,

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