Migmatite and Granodiorite Definition

Definition of Migmatite and Granodiorite

The general Migmatite and Granodiorite 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, Granodiorite is a coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock containing quartz and plagioclase, and which has composition in between granite and diorite. Along with definition of Migmatite and Granodiorite, get to know about Properties of Migmatite and Granodiorite. Get to know more information about Migmatite and Granodiorite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Migmatite and Granodiorite

The history of Migmatite and Granodiorite 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 Granodiorite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Migmatite and Granodiorite

Along with Migmatite and Granodiorite definition, know more about the etymology of Migmatite and Granodiorite. Etymology of Migmatite and Granodiorite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Migmatite and Formation of Granodiorite. The etymology of Migmatite is From the Greek word migma which means a mixture while that of Granodiorite 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 Granodiorite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Migmatite and Granodiorite 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 Granodiorite,

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