Monzogranite and Trondhjemite Definition

Definition of Monzogranite and Trondhjemite

The general Monzogranite and Trondhjemite 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, Trondhjemite is a leucocratic (light-colored) intrusive igneous rock. It is a variety of tonalite in which the plagioclase is mostly in the form of oligoclase. Trondhjemites are sometimes known as plagiogranites.. Along with definition of Monzogranite and Trondhjemite, get to know about Properties of Monzogranite and Trondhjemite. Get to know more information about Monzogranite and Trondhjemite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzogranite and Trondhjemite

The history of Monzogranite and Trondhjemite 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 Trondhjemite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzogranite and Trondhjemite

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

For Monzogranite,

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

For Trondhjemite,

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