Phonolite and Peridotite Definition

Definition of Phonolite and Peridotite

The general Phonolite and Peridotite 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, Peridotite is a dense, coarse-grained plutonic is the main constituent of the earth's mantle. Along with definition of Phonolite and Peridotite, get to know about Properties of Phonolite and Peridotite. Get to know more information about Phonolite and Peridotite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Phonolite and Peridotite

The history of Phonolite and Peridotite 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 Peridotite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Phonolite and Peridotite

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

For Phonolite,

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

For Peridotite,

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