Monzonite and Latite Definition

Definition of Monzonite and Latite

The general Monzonite and Latite 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, Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. Along with definition of Monzonite and Latite, get to know about Properties of Monzonite and Latite. Get to know more information about Monzonite and Latite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzonite and Latite

The history of Monzonite and Latite 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 Latite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzonite and Latite

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock