Granodiorite and Peridotite Definition

Definition of Granodiorite and Peridotite

The general Granodiorite and Peridotite 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, Peridotite is a dense, coarse-grained plutonic is the main constituent of the earth's mantle. Along with definition of Granodiorite and Peridotite, get to know about Properties of Granodiorite and Peridotite. Get to know more information about Granodiorite and Peridotite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Granodiorite and Peridotite

The history of Granodiorite and Peridotite 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 Peridotite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Granodiorite and Peridotite

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

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