Monzonite and Basanite  Definition

Definition of Monzonite and Basanite 

The general Monzonite and Basanite  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, Basanite is a black basaltic rock which mainly contains plagioclase, augite, olivine and nepheline and is formerly used as a touchstone. Along with definition of Monzonite and Basanite , get to know about Properties of Monzonite and Basanite . Get to know more information about Monzonite and Basanite  origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzonite and Basanite 

The history of Monzonite and Basanite  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 Basanite  Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzonite and Basanite 

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

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