Latite and Monzonite Definition

Definition of Latite and Monzonite

The general Latite and Monzonite definition can be stated as: Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. On the other hand, Monzonite is a granular igneous rock with composition between syenite and diorite and containing approximately equal amounts of orthoclase and plagioclase. Along with definition of Latite and Monzonite, get to know about Properties of Latite and Monzonite. Get to know more information about Latite and Monzonite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Latite and Monzonite

The history of Latite and Monzonite 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.

Latite and Monzonite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Latite and Monzonite

Along with Latite and Monzonite definition, know more about the etymology of Latite and Monzonite. Etymology of Latite and Monzonite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Latite and Formation of Monzonite. The etymology of Latite is From the Latin word latium while that of Monzonite is From the Latin word latium. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Latite and Monzonite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Latite and Monzonite are listed below.

For Latite,

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

For Monzonite,

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