Monzonite and Foidolite Definition

Definition of Monzonite and Foidolite

The general Monzonite and Foidolite 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, Foidolite is a rare type of coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock with a feldspathoid mineral content greater than 60%. Along with definition of Monzonite and Foidolite, get to know about Properties of Monzonite and Foidolite. Get to know more information about Monzonite and Foidolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzonite and Foidolite

The history of Monzonite and Foidolite 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 Foidolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzonite and Foidolite

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

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