Monzonite and Charnockite Definition

Definition of Monzonite and Charnockite

The general Monzonite and Charnockite 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, Charnockite is a variety of granite containing minerals like orthopyroxene, quartz, and feldspar. Along with definition of Monzonite and Charnockite, get to know about Properties of Monzonite and Charnockite. Get to know more information about Monzonite and Charnockite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzonite and Charnockite

The history of Monzonite and Charnockite 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 Charnockite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzonite and Charnockite

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

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