Monzonite and Kimberlite Definition

Definition of Monzonite and Kimberlite

The general Monzonite and Kimberlite 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, Kimberlite is a rare, blue-tinged, coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock, which sometimes contains diamonds and is mostly found in South Africa and Siberia.. Along with definition of Monzonite and Kimberlite, get to know about Properties of Monzonite and Kimberlite. Get to know more information about Monzonite and Kimberlite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzonite and Kimberlite

The history of Monzonite and Kimberlite 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 Kimberlite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzonite and Kimberlite

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

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