Granodiorite and Schist Definition

Definition of Granodiorite and Schist

The general Granodiorite and Schist 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, Schist is a medium grade metamorphic rock with medium to large, flat, sheet like grains in a preferred orientation. Along with definition of Granodiorite and Schist, get to know about Properties of Granodiorite and Schist. Get to know more information about Granodiorite and Schist origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Granodiorite and Schist

The history of Granodiorite and Schist 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 Schist Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Granodiorite and Schist

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

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