Monzonite and Phonolite Definition

Definition of Monzonite and Phonolite

The general Monzonite and Phonolite 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, Phonolite is an uncommon extrusive igneous rock volcanic rock of intermediate chemical composition between felsic and mafic. Along with definition of Monzonite and Phonolite, get to know about Properties of Monzonite and Phonolite. Get to know more information about Monzonite and Phonolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzonite and Phonolite

The history of Monzonite and Phonolite 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 Phonolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzonite and Phonolite

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

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