Luxullianite and Phonolite Definition

Definition of Luxullianite and Phonolite

The general Luxullianite and Phonolite definition can be stated as: Luxullianite is a rare type of granite, known for presence of clusters of radially arranged acicular tourmaline crystals which are enclosed by phenocrysts of orthoclase and quartz in a matrix of quartz, tourmaline, alkali feldspar, brown mica.. On the other hand, Phonolite is an uncommon extrusive igneous rock volcanic rock of intermediate chemical composition between felsic and mafic. Along with definition of Luxullianite and Phonolite, get to know about Properties of Luxullianite and Phonolite. Get to know more information about Luxullianite and Phonolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Luxullianite and Phonolite

The history of Luxullianite and Phonolite 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.

Luxullianite and Phonolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Luxullianite and Phonolite

Along with Luxullianite and Phonolite definition, know more about the etymology of Luxullianite and Phonolite. Etymology of Luxullianite and Phonolite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Luxullianite and Formation of Phonolite. The etymology of Luxullianite is From the village of Luxulyan in Cornwall, England, where this variety of granite is found while that of Phonolite is From the village of Luxulyan in Cornwall, England, where this variety of granite is found. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Luxullianite and Phonolite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Luxullianite and Phonolite are listed below.

For Luxullianite,

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

For Phonolite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock