Monzonite and Picrite Definition

Definition of Monzonite and Picrite

The general Monzonite and Picrite 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, Picrite is a variety of high-magnesium olivine basalt that is very rich in the mineral olivine. Along with definition of Monzonite and Picrite, get to know about Properties of Monzonite and Picrite. Get to know more information about Monzonite and Picrite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzonite and Picrite

The history of Monzonite and Picrite 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 Picrite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzonite and Picrite

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

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