Migmatite and Foidolite Definition

Definition of Migmatite and Foidolite

The general Migmatite and Foidolite definition can be stated as: Migmatite is typically a granitic rock within a metamorphic host rock which is composed of two intermingled but distinguishable components. On the other hand, Foidolite is a rare type of coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock with a feldspathoid mineral content greater than 60%. Along with definition of Migmatite and Foidolite, get to know about Properties of Migmatite and Foidolite. Get to know more information about Migmatite and Foidolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Migmatite and Foidolite

The history of Migmatite and Foidolite 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.

Migmatite and Foidolite Origin and Discoverer

Migmatite and Foidolite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Migmatite and Foidolite. In this section, you will know about Migmatite and Foidolite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Migmatite is Southern Alps, France whereas Origin of Foidolite is Unknown. It is interesting to know the name of Migmatite and Foidolite discoverer. The Discoverer of Migmatite is Jakob Sederholm and the discoverer of Foidolite is Unknown.

Etymology of Migmatite and Foidolite

Along with Migmatite and Foidolite definition, know more about the etymology of Migmatite and Foidolite. Etymology of Migmatite and Foidolite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Migmatite and Formation of Foidolite. The etymology of Migmatite is From the Greek word migma which means a mixture while that of Foidolite is From the Greek word migma which means a mixture. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Migmatite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Foidolite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Migmatite and Foidolite are listed below.

For Migmatite,

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

For Foidolite,

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