Monzonite and Quartzite Definition

Definition of Monzonite and Quartzite

The general Monzonite and Quartzite 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, Quartzite is a non-foliated metamorphic rock that forms by the metamorphism of pure quartz Sandstone. Along with definition of Monzonite and Quartzite, get to know about Properties of Monzonite and Quartzite. Get to know more information about Monzonite and Quartzite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzonite and Quartzite

The history of Monzonite and Quartzite 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 Quartzite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzonite and Quartzite

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

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