Monzonite and Rhyolite Definition

Definition of Monzonite and Rhyolite

The general Monzonite and Rhyolite 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, Rhyolite is a fine-grained igneous rock which is rich in silica. Along with definition of Monzonite and Rhyolite, get to know about Properties of Monzonite and Rhyolite. Get to know more information about Monzonite and Rhyolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzonite and Rhyolite

The history of Monzonite and Rhyolite 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 Rhyolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzonite and Rhyolite

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

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