Greenschist and Granodiorite Definition

Definition of Greenschist and Granodiorite

The general Greenschist and Granodiorite definition can be stated as: Greenschist is a metamorphic rock that is formed under lowest temperatures and pressures and is usually produced by regional metamorphism. On the other hand, Granodiorite is a coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock containing quartz and plagioclase, and which has composition in between granite and diorite. Along with definition of Greenschist and Granodiorite, get to know about Properties of Greenschist and Granodiorite. Get to know more information about Greenschist and Granodiorite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Greenschist and Granodiorite

The history of Greenschist and Granodiorite 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.

Greenschist and Granodiorite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Greenschist and Granodiorite

Along with Greenschist and Granodiorite definition, know more about the etymology of Greenschist and Granodiorite. Etymology of Greenschist and Granodiorite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Greenschist and Formation of Granodiorite. The etymology of Greenschist is From minerals such as chlorite, serpentine, and epidote, and platy minerals such as muscovite and platy serpentine which are green in color while that of Granodiorite is From minerals such as chlorite, serpentine, and epidote, and platy minerals such as muscovite and platy serpentine which are green in color. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Greenschist belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Granodiorite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Greenschist and Granodiorite are listed below.

For Greenschist,

• 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

For Granodiorite,

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