Monzonite and Diamictite Definition

Definition of Monzonite and Diamictite

The general Monzonite and Diamictite 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, Diamictite is a sedimentary rock that consists of non-sorted to poorly sorted terrigenous sediment containing particles that range in size from clay to boulders, suspended in a matrix of mudstone or sandstone. Along with definition of Monzonite and Diamictite, get to know about Properties of Monzonite and Diamictite. Get to know more information about Monzonite and Diamictite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzonite and Diamictite

The history of Monzonite and Diamictite 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 Diamictite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzonite and Diamictite

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

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