Granodiorite and Lignite Definition

Definition of Granodiorite and Lignite

The general Granodiorite and Lignite 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, Lignite is a soft brownish coal which shows traces of plants and is intermediate between bituminous coal and peat. Along with definition of Granodiorite and Lignite, get to know about Properties of Granodiorite and Lignite. Get to know more information about Granodiorite and Lignite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Granodiorite and Lignite

The history of Granodiorite and Lignite 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 Lignite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Granodiorite and Lignite

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

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