Granodiorite and Scoria Definition

Definition of Granodiorite and Scoria

The general Granodiorite and Scoria 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, Scoria is a dark-colored extrusive igneous rock with abundant round bubble-like cavities. Along with definition of Granodiorite and Scoria, get to know about Properties of Granodiorite and Scoria. Get to know more information about Granodiorite and Scoria origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Granodiorite and Scoria

The history of Granodiorite and Scoria 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 Scoria Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Granodiorite and Scoria

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

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