Monzonite and Vogesite Definition

Definition of Monzonite and Vogesite

The general Monzonite and Vogesite 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, Vogesite is a porphyritic alkaline igneous rock and is a variety of Lamprophyre which is dominated by essential amphibole, usually hornblende, and potassic feldspar. Along with definition of Monzonite and Vogesite, get to know about Properties of Monzonite and Vogesite. Get to know more information about Monzonite and Vogesite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzonite and Vogesite

The history of Monzonite and Vogesite 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 Vogesite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzonite and Vogesite

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

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