Phonolite and Monzogranite Definition

Definition of Phonolite and Monzogranite

The general Phonolite and Monzogranite 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, Monzogranite is a type of igneous rock and belongs to biotite granite rocks that are considered to be the final fractionation product of magma. Along with definition of Phonolite and Monzogranite, get to know about Properties of Phonolite and Monzogranite. Get to know more information about Phonolite and Monzogranite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Phonolite and Monzogranite

The history of Phonolite and Monzogranite 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 Monzogranite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Phonolite and Monzogranite

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

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