The general Latite and Trondhjemite definition can be stated as: Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. On the other hand, Trondhjemite is a leucocratic (light-colored) intrusive igneous rock. It is a variety of tonalite in which the plagioclase is mostly in the form of oligoclase. Trondhjemites are sometimes known as plagiogranites.. Along with definition of Latite and Trondhjemite, get to know about Properties of Latite and Trondhjemite. Get to know more information about Latite and Trondhjemite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.
The history of Latite and Trondhjemite 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 Trondhjemite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Latite and Trondhjemite. In this section, you will know about Latite and Trondhjemite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Latite is Italy whereas Origin of Trondhjemite is Tonale, Italy. It is interesting to know the name of Latite and Trondhjemite discoverer. The discoverer of Latite and Trondhjemite are Unknown.
Along with Latite and Trondhjemite definition, know more about the etymology of Latite and Trondhjemite. Etymology of Latite and Trondhjemite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Latite and Formation of Trondhjemite. The etymology of Latite is From the Latin word latium while that of Trondhjemite 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 Trondhjemite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Latite and Trondhjemite are listed below.
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