Migmatite and Pegmatite Definition

Definition of Migmatite and Pegmatite

The general Migmatite and Pegmatite 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, Pegmatite rock is a holocrystalline, intrusive igneous rock which is composed of interlocking phaneritic crystals. Along with definition of Migmatite and Pegmatite, get to know about Properties of Migmatite and Pegmatite. Get to know more information about Migmatite and Pegmatite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Migmatite and Pegmatite

The history of Migmatite and Pegmatite 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 Pegmatite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Migmatite and Pegmatite

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

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