Monzonite and Granodiorite Definition

Definition of Monzonite and Granodiorite

The general Monzonite and Granodiorite 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, Granodiorite is a coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock containing quartz and plagioclase, and which has composition in between granite and diorite. Along with definition of Monzonite and Granodiorite, get to know about Properties of Monzonite and Granodiorite. Get to know more information about Monzonite and Granodiorite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzonite and Granodiorite

The history of Monzonite and Granodiorite 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 Granodiorite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzonite and Granodiorite

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

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