Phonolite and Conglomerate Definition

Definition of Phonolite and Conglomerate

The general Phonolite and Conglomerate definition can be stated as: Phonolite is an uncommon extrusive igneous rock volcanic rock of intermediate chemical composition between felsic and mafic. On the other hand, Conglomerate is a sedimentary rock which forms from rounded gravel and boulder sized clasts which are cemented together in a matrix. Along with definition of Phonolite and Conglomerate, get to know about Properties of Phonolite and Conglomerate. Get to know more information about Phonolite and Conglomerate origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Phonolite and Conglomerate

The history of Phonolite and Conglomerate 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.

Phonolite and Conglomerate Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Phonolite and Conglomerate

Along with Phonolite and Conglomerate definition, know more about the etymology of Phonolite and Conglomerate. Etymology of Phonolite and Conglomerate gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Phonolite and Formation of Conglomerate. The etymology of Phonolite is From the Greek meaning sounding stone because of the metallic sound it produces if an unfractured plate is hit while that of Conglomerate is From the Greek meaning sounding stone because of the metallic sound it produces if an unfractured plate is hit. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Phonolite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Conglomerate belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Phonolite and Conglomerate are listed below.

For Phonolite,

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

For Conglomerate,

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