Monzogranite and Porphyry Definition

Definition of Monzogranite and Porphyry

The general Monzogranite and Porphyry 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, Porphyry is a reddish-brown to purple igneous rock containing large phenocrysts of various minerals embedded in a fine-grained matrix. Along with definition of Monzogranite and Porphyry, get to know about Properties of Monzogranite and Porphyry. Get to know more information about Monzogranite and Porphyry origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzogranite and Porphyry

The history of Monzogranite and Porphyry 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 Porphyry Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzogranite and Porphyry

Along with Monzogranite and Porphyry definition, know more about the etymology of Monzogranite and Porphyry. Etymology of Monzogranite and Porphyry gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Monzogranite and Formation of Porphyry. The etymology of Monzogranite is From its mineral content while that of Porphyry 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 and Porphyry belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Monzogranite and Porphyry are listed below.

For Monzogranite,

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

For Porphyry,

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