Phonolite and Pumice Definition

Definition of Phonolite and Pumice

The general Phonolite and Pumice 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, Pumice is a volcanic rock that consists of highly vesicular rough textured volcanic glass, which may or may not contain crystals. Along with definition of Phonolite and Pumice, get to know about Properties of Phonolite and Pumice. Get to know more information about Phonolite and Pumice origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Phonolite and Pumice

The history of Phonolite and Pumice 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 Pumice Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Phonolite and Pumice

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

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