Phyllite and Granodiorite Definition

Definition of Phyllite and Granodiorite

The general Phyllite and Granodiorite definition can be stated as: Phyllite is a fine-grained metamorphic rock with a well-developed laminar structure, and is intermediate between slate and schist rocks. On the other hand, Granodiorite is a coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock containing quartz and plagioclase, and which has composition in between granite and diorite. Along with definition of Phyllite and Granodiorite, get to know about Properties of Phyllite and Granodiorite. Get to know more information about Phyllite and Granodiorite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Phyllite and Granodiorite

The history of Phyllite and Granodiorite 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.

Phyllite and Granodiorite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Phyllite and Granodiorite

Along with Phyllite and Granodiorite definition, know more about the etymology of Phyllite and Granodiorite. Etymology of Phyllite and Granodiorite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Phyllite and Formation of Granodiorite. The etymology of Phyllite is From Greek phullon leaf + -ite1 while that of Granodiorite is From Greek phullon leaf + -ite1. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Phyllite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Granodiorite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Phyllite and Granodiorite are listed below.

For Phyllite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock

For Granodiorite,

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