Ijolite and Granite Definition

Definition of Ijolite and Granite

The general Ijolite and Granite 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, Granite is a very hard, granular, crystalline igneous rock which consists mainly of quartz, mica, and feldspar and is often used as building stone. Along with definition of Ijolite and Granite, get to know about Properties of Ijolite and Granite. Get to know more information about Ijolite and Granite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Ijolite and Granite

The history of Ijolite and Granite 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 Granite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Ijolite and Granite

Along with Ijolite and Granite definition, know more about the etymology of Ijolite and Granite. Etymology of Ijolite and Granite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Ijolite and Formation of Granite. 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 Granite 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 Granite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Ijolite and Granite are listed below.

For Ijolite,

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

For Granite,

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