Monzonite and Aplite Definition

Definition of Monzonite and Aplite

The general Monzonite and Aplite 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, Aplite is a fine-grained granite composed mainly of feldspar and quartz. Along with definition of Monzonite and Aplite, get to know about Properties of Monzonite and Aplite. Get to know more information about Monzonite and Aplite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzonite and Aplite

The history of Monzonite and Aplite 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 Aplite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzonite and Aplite

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

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