Monzonite and Hornfels Definition

Definition of Monzonite and Hornfels

The general Monzonite and Hornfels 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, Hornfels is a metamorphic rock formed by the contact between mudstone or other clay rich rock, and a hot igneous body, and represents a heat altered equivalent of the original rock. Along with definition of Monzonite and Hornfels, get to know about Properties of Monzonite and Hornfels. Get to know more information about Monzonite and Hornfels origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzonite and Hornfels

The history of Monzonite and Hornfels 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 Hornfels Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzonite and Hornfels

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

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