Ijolite and Mugearite Definition

Definition of Ijolite and Mugearite

The general Ijolite and Mugearite 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, Mugearite is a type of oligoclase bearing basalt, also comprising of olivine, apatite, and opaque oxides. Along with definition of Ijolite and Mugearite, get to know about Properties of Ijolite and Mugearite. Get to know more information about Ijolite and Mugearite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Ijolite and Mugearite

The history of Ijolite and Mugearite 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 Mugearite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Ijolite and Mugearite

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

For Ijolite,

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

For Mugearite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Opaque rock