Hornfels and Monzogranite Definition

Definition of Hornfels and Monzogranite

The general Hornfels and Monzogranite definition can be stated as: Hornfels is a metamorphic rock formed by the contact between mudstone or other clay rich rock, and a hot igneous body, and represents a heat altered equivalent of the original rock. On the other hand, Monzogranite is a type of igneous rock and belongs to biotite granite rocks that are considered to be the final fractionation product of magma. Along with definition of Hornfels and Monzogranite, get to know about Properties of Hornfels and Monzogranite. Get to know more information about Hornfels and Monzogranite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Hornfels and Monzogranite

The history of Hornfels and Monzogranite 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.

Hornfels and Monzogranite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Hornfels and Monzogranite

Along with Hornfels and Monzogranite definition, know more about the etymology of Hornfels and Monzogranite. Etymology of Hornfels and Monzogranite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Hornfels and Formation of Monzogranite. The etymology of Hornfels is From German which means hornstone while that of Monzogranite is From German which means hornstone. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Hornfels belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Monzogranite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Hornfels and Monzogranite are listed below.

For Hornfels,

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

For Monzogranite,

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