Monzonite and Amphibolite Definition

Definition of Monzonite and Amphibolite

The general Monzonite and Amphibolite definition can be stated as: Monzonite is a granular igneous rock with composition between syenite and diorite and containing approximately equal amounts of orthoclase and plagioclase. On the other hand, Amphibolite can be defined as a granular metamorphic rock which mainly consist of hornblende and plagioclase. Along with definition of Monzonite and Amphibolite, get to know about Properties of Monzonite and Amphibolite. Get to know more information about Monzonite and Amphibolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzonite and Amphibolite

The history of Monzonite and Amphibolite 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.

Monzonite and Amphibolite Origin and Discoverer

Monzonite and Amphibolite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Monzonite and Amphibolite. In this section, you will know about Monzonite and Amphibolite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Monzonite is Trento Province, Italy whereas Origin of Amphibolite is Unknown. It is interesting to know the name of Monzonite and Amphibolite discoverer. The Discoverer of Monzonite is Unknown and the discoverer of Amphibolite is Alexandre Brongniart.

Etymology of Monzonite and Amphibolite

Along with Monzonite and Amphibolite definition, know more about the etymology of Monzonite and Amphibolite. Etymology of Monzonite and Amphibolite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Monzonite and Formation of Amphibolite. The etymology of Monzonite is From Mount Monzoni in the Tyrol, Italy, + -ite1 while that of Amphibolite is From Mount Monzoni in the Tyrol, Italy, + -ite1. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Monzonite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Amphibolite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Monzonite and Amphibolite are listed below.

For Monzonite,

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

For Amphibolite,

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