Granodiorite and Foidolite Definition

Definition of Granodiorite and Foidolite

The general Granodiorite and Foidolite 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, Foidolite is a rare type of coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock with a feldspathoid mineral content greater than 60%. Along with definition of Granodiorite and Foidolite, get to know about Properties of Granodiorite and Foidolite. Get to know more information about Granodiorite and Foidolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Granodiorite and Foidolite

The history of Granodiorite and Foidolite 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 Foidolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Granodiorite and Foidolite

Along with Granodiorite and Foidolite definition, know more about the etymology of Granodiorite and Foidolite. Etymology of Granodiorite and Foidolite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Granodiorite and Formation of Foidolite. The etymology of Granodiorite is From granite + diorite while that of Foidolite 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 Foidolite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Granodiorite and Foidolite 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 Foidolite,

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