Monzonite and Diorite Definition

Definition of Monzonite and Diorite

The general Monzonite and Diorite 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, Diorite is a grey to dark-grey intermediate intrusive igneous rock composed principally of plagioclase feldspar,biotite, hornblende, and pyroxene. Along with definition of Monzonite and Diorite, get to know about Properties of Monzonite and Diorite. Get to know more information about Monzonite and Diorite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzonite and Diorite

The history of Monzonite and Diorite 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 Diorite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzonite and Diorite

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

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