Monzonite and Sovite Definition

Definition of Monzonite and Sovite

The general Monzonite and Sovite 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, Sovite is a coarse-grained variety of carbonatite which belongs to intrusive igneous rock. Along with definition of Monzonite and Sovite, get to know about Properties of Monzonite and Sovite. Get to know more information about Monzonite and Sovite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzonite and Sovite

The history of Monzonite and Sovite 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 Sovite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzonite and Sovite

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock