Ijolite and Diorite Definition

Definition of Ijolite and Diorite

The general Ijolite and Diorite definition can be stated as: Ijolite is an intrusive igneous rock which is composed mainly of nepheline and an alkali pyroxene, usually aegirine-augite. On the other hand, Diorite is a grey to dark-grey intermediate intrusive igneous rock composed principally of plagioclase feldspar,biotite, hornblende, and pyroxene. Along with definition of Ijolite and Diorite, get to know about Properties of Ijolite and Diorite. Get to know more information about Ijolite and Diorite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Ijolite and Diorite

The history of Ijolite and Diorite 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.

Ijolite and Diorite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Ijolite and Diorite

Along with Ijolite and Diorite definition, know more about the etymology of Ijolite and Diorite. Etymology of Ijolite and Diorite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Ijolite and Formation of Diorite. The etymology of Ijolite is From the first syllable of the Finnish words Ii-vaara, Iijoki, &c. commonly used geographical names in Finland, and the Gr. Xiflos, a stone while that of Diorite is From the first syllable of the Finnish words Ii-vaara, Iijoki, &c. commonly used geographical names in Finland, and the Gr. Xiflos, a stone. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Ijolite and Diorite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Ijolite and Diorite are listed below.

For Ijolite,

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

For Diorite,

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