Monzogranite and Vogesite Definition

Definition of Monzogranite and Vogesite

The general Monzogranite and Vogesite 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, Vogesite is a porphyritic alkaline igneous rock and is a variety of Lamprophyre which is dominated by essential amphibole, usually hornblende, and potassic feldspar. Along with definition of Monzogranite and Vogesite, get to know about Properties of Monzogranite and Vogesite. Get to know more information about Monzogranite and Vogesite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzogranite and Vogesite

The history of Monzogranite and Vogesite 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 Vogesite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzogranite and Vogesite

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

For Monzogranite,

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

For Vogesite,

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