Granodiorite and Phonolite Definition

Definition of Granodiorite and Phonolite

The general Granodiorite and Phonolite 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, Phonolite is an uncommon extrusive igneous rock volcanic rock of intermediate chemical composition between felsic and mafic. Along with definition of Granodiorite and Phonolite, get to know about Properties of Granodiorite and Phonolite. Get to know more information about Granodiorite and Phonolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Granodiorite and Phonolite

The history of Granodiorite and Phonolite 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 Phonolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Granodiorite and Phonolite

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

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