Granodiorite and Websterite Definition

Definition of Granodiorite and Websterite

The general Granodiorite and Websterite 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, Websterite is ultramafic and ultrabasic rock that consists of roughly equal proportions of orthopyroxene and clinopyroxene. It is a special type of pyroxenite.. Along with definition of Granodiorite and Websterite, get to know about Properties of Granodiorite and Websterite. Get to know more information about Granodiorite and Websterite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Granodiorite and Websterite

The history of Granodiorite and Websterite 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 Websterite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Granodiorite and Websterite

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

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