Monzonite and Granodiorite

All about Monzonite and Granodiorite Properties

Know all about Monzonite and Granodiorite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Monzonite and Granodiorite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Monzonite is Phaneritic whereas that of Granodiorite is Granular, Phaneritic. Monzonite appears Shiny and Granodiorite appears Veined or Pebbled. The luster of Monzonite is subvitreous to dull while that of Granodiorite is grainy, pearly and vitreous. Monzonite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey, white colors whereas Granodiorite is available in black, grey, orange, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Monzonite are creating artwork and that of Granodiorite are curling, gemstone, laboratory bench tops, tombstones.