Phonolite and Scoria Definition

Definition of Phonolite and Scoria

The general Phonolite and Scoria 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, Scoria is a dark-colored extrusive igneous rock with abundant round bubble-like cavities. Along with definition of Phonolite and Scoria, get to know about Properties of Phonolite and Scoria. Get to know more information about Phonolite and Scoria origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Phonolite and Scoria

The history of Phonolite and Scoria 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 Scoria Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Phonolite and Scoria

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

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