Migmatite and Ijolite Definition

Definition of Migmatite and Ijolite

The general Migmatite and Ijolite 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, Ijolite is an intrusive igneous rock which is composed mainly of nepheline and an alkali pyroxene, usually aegirine-augite. Along with definition of Migmatite and Ijolite, get to know about Properties of Migmatite and Ijolite. Get to know more information about Migmatite and Ijolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Migmatite and Ijolite

The history of Migmatite and Ijolite 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 Ijolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Migmatite and Ijolite

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

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