Monzonite and Nephelinite Definition

Definition of Monzonite and Nephelinite

The general Monzonite and Nephelinite 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, Nephelinite is a fine-grained or aphanitic igneous rock made up almost entirely of nepheline and clinopyroxene (variety augite).. Along with definition of Monzonite and Nephelinite, get to know about Properties of Monzonite and Nephelinite. Get to know more information about Monzonite and Nephelinite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzonite and Nephelinite

The history of Monzonite and Nephelinite 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 Nephelinite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzonite and Nephelinite

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

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