Phyllite and Monzogranite Definition

Definition of Phyllite and Monzogranite

The general Phyllite and Monzogranite 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, Monzogranite is a type of igneous rock and belongs to biotite granite rocks that are considered to be the final fractionation product of magma. Along with definition of Phyllite and Monzogranite, get to know about Properties of Phyllite and Monzogranite. Get to know more information about Phyllite and Monzogranite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Phyllite and Monzogranite

The history of Phyllite and Monzogranite 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 Monzogranite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Phyllite and Monzogranite

Along with Phyllite and Monzogranite definition, know more about the etymology of Phyllite and Monzogranite. Etymology of Phyllite and Monzogranite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Phyllite and Formation of Monzogranite. The etymology of Phyllite is From Greek phullon leaf + -ite1 while that of Monzogranite 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 Monzogranite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Phyllite and Monzogranite 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 Monzogranite,

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