Monzonite and Scoria Definition

Definition of Monzonite and Scoria

The general Monzonite and Scoria 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, Scoria is a dark-colored extrusive igneous rock with abundant round bubble-like cavities. Along with definition of Monzonite and Scoria, get to know about Properties of Monzonite and Scoria. Get to know more information about Monzonite and Scoria origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzonite and Scoria

The history of Monzonite and Scoria 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 Scoria Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzonite and Scoria

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

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