Mangerite and Latite Definition

Definition of Mangerite and Latite

The general Mangerite and Latite definition can be stated as: Mangerite is a plutonic intrusive igneous rock, which is essentially a hypersthene-bearing monzonite. On the other hand, Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. Along with definition of Mangerite and Latite, get to know about Properties of Mangerite and Latite. Get to know more information about Mangerite and Latite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Mangerite and Latite

The history of Mangerite and Latite 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.

Mangerite and Latite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Mangerite and Latite

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

For Mangerite,

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

For Latite,

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