Phonolite and Granite Definition

Definition of Phonolite and Granite

The general Phonolite and Granite 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, Granite is a very hard, granular, crystalline igneous rock which consists mainly of quartz, mica, and feldspar and is often used as building stone. Along with definition of Phonolite and Granite, get to know about Properties of Phonolite and Granite. Get to know more information about Phonolite and Granite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Phonolite and Granite

The history of Phonolite and Granite 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 Granite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Phonolite and Granite

Along with Phonolite and Granite definition, know more about the etymology of Phonolite and Granite. Etymology of Phonolite and Granite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Phonolite and Formation of Granite. 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 Granite 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 and Granite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Phonolite and Granite 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 Granite,

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