Monzonite and Granite Definition

Definition of Monzonite and Granite

The general Monzonite and Granite 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, Granite is a very hard, granular, crystalline igneous rock which consists mainly of quartz, mica, and feldspar and is often used as building stone. Along with definition of Monzonite and Granite, get to know about Properties of Monzonite and Granite. Get to know more information about Monzonite and Granite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzonite and Granite

The history of Monzonite and Granite 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 Granite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzonite and Granite

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

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