Monzonite and Anorthosite Definition

Definition of Monzonite and Anorthosite

The general Monzonite and Anorthosite 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, Anorthosite is a granular igneous rock composed largely of labradorite or plagioclase. Along with definition of Monzonite and Anorthosite, get to know about Properties of Monzonite and Anorthosite. Get to know more information about Monzonite and Anorthosite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzonite and Anorthosite

The history of Monzonite and Anorthosite 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 Anorthosite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzonite and Anorthosite

Along with Monzonite and Anorthosite definition, know more about the etymology of Monzonite and Anorthosite. Etymology of Monzonite and Anorthosite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Monzonite and Formation of Anorthosite. The etymology of Monzonite is From Mount Monzoni in the Tyrol, Italy, + -ite1 while that of Anorthosite 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 and Anorthosite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Monzonite and Anorthosite 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 Anorthosite,

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