Phonolite and Monzonite Definition

Definition of Phonolite and Monzonite

The general Phonolite and Monzonite 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, Monzonite is a granular igneous rock with composition between syenite and diorite and containing approximately equal amounts of orthoclase and plagioclase. Along with definition of Phonolite and Monzonite, get to know about Properties of Phonolite and Monzonite. Get to know more information about Phonolite and Monzonite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Phonolite and Monzonite

The history of Phonolite and Monzonite 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 Monzonite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Phonolite and Monzonite

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

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