Monzonite and Skarn Definition

Definition of Monzonite and Skarn

The general Monzonite and Skarn 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, Skarns are formed during regional or contact metamorphism and from a variety of metasomatic processes involving fluids of magmatic, metamorphic, and/or marine origin. Along with definition of Monzonite and Skarn, get to know about Properties of Monzonite and Skarn. Get to know more information about Monzonite and Skarn origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzonite and Skarn

The history of Monzonite and Skarn 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 Skarn Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzonite and Skarn

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

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