Ijolite and Vogesite Definition

Definition of Ijolite and Vogesite

The general Ijolite and Vogesite 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, Vogesite is a porphyritic alkaline igneous rock and is a variety of Lamprophyre which is dominated by essential amphibole, usually hornblende, and potassic feldspar. Along with definition of Ijolite and Vogesite, get to know about Properties of Ijolite and Vogesite. Get to know more information about Ijolite and Vogesite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Ijolite and Vogesite

The history of Ijolite and Vogesite 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 Vogesite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Ijolite and Vogesite

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

For Ijolite,

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

For Vogesite,

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