Monzogranite and Gossan Definition

Definition of Monzogranite and Gossan

The general Monzogranite and Gossan definition can be stated as: Monzogranite is a type of igneous rock and belongs to biotite granite rocks that are considered to be the final fractionation product of magma. On the other hand, Gossan is intensely oxidized, weathered or decomposed rock, usually the upper and exposed part of an ore deposit or mineral vein.. Along with definition of Monzogranite and Gossan, get to know about Properties of Monzogranite and Gossan. Get to know more information about Monzogranite and Gossan origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzogranite and Gossan

The history of Monzogranite and Gossan 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.

Monzogranite and Gossan Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzogranite and Gossan

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

For Monzogranite,

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

For Gossan,

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