Monzonite and Trondhjemite Definition

Definition of Monzonite and Trondhjemite

The general Monzonite and Trondhjemite 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, Trondhjemite is a leucocratic (light-colored) intrusive igneous rock. It is a variety of tonalite in which the plagioclase is mostly in the form of oligoclase. Trondhjemites are sometimes known as plagiogranites.. Along with definition of Monzonite and Trondhjemite, get to know about Properties of Monzonite and Trondhjemite. Get to know more information about Monzonite and Trondhjemite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzonite and Trondhjemite

The history of Monzonite and Trondhjemite 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 Trondhjemite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzonite and Trondhjemite

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

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