Monzonite and Gossan Definition

Definition of Monzonite and Gossan

The general Monzonite and Gossan 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, Gossan is intensely oxidized, weathered or decomposed rock, usually the upper and exposed part of an ore deposit or mineral vein.. Along with definition of Monzonite and Gossan, get to know about Properties of Monzonite and Gossan. Get to know more information about Monzonite and Gossan origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzonite and Gossan

The history of Monzonite and Gossan 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 Gossan Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzonite and Gossan

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

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