Monzonite and Luxullianite Definition

Definition of Monzonite and Luxullianite

The general Monzonite and Luxullianite 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, Luxullianite is a rare type of granite, known for presence of clusters of radially arranged acicular tourmaline crystals which are enclosed by phenocrysts of orthoclase and quartz in a matrix of quartz, tourmaline, alkali feldspar, brown mica.. Along with definition of Monzonite and Luxullianite, get to know about Properties of Monzonite and Luxullianite. Get to know more information about Monzonite and Luxullianite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzonite and Luxullianite

The history of Monzonite and Luxullianite 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 Luxullianite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzonite and Luxullianite

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

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