Granodiorite and Shale Definition

Definition of Granodiorite and Shale

The general Granodiorite and Shale 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, Shale is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed by the compaction of silt and clay-size mineral particles. Along with definition of Granodiorite and Shale, get to know about Properties of Granodiorite and Shale. Get to know more information about Granodiorite and Shale origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Granodiorite and Shale

The history of Granodiorite and Shale 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 Shale Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Granodiorite and Shale

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

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