Shonkinite and Andesite Definition

Definition of Shonkinite and Andesite

The general Shonkinite and Andesite definition can be stated as: Shonkinite is a rare, dark-coloured and intrusive igneous rock which contains augite and orthoclase feldspar as its primary constituents. On the other hand, Andesite is a dark, fine-grained, brown or greyish intermediate volcanic rock which is a commonly found in lava. Along with definition of Shonkinite and Andesite, get to know about Properties of Shonkinite and Andesite. Get to know more information about Shonkinite and Andesite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Shonkinite and Andesite

The history of Shonkinite and Andesite 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.

Shonkinite and Andesite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Shonkinite and Andesite

Along with Shonkinite and Andesite definition, know more about the etymology of Shonkinite and Andesite. Etymology of Shonkinite and Andesite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Shonkinite and Formation of Andesite. The etymology of Shonkinite is From the name of Shonkin Sag ranges in the Highwood Mountains of north-central Montana, US while that of Andesite is From the name of Shonkin Sag ranges in the Highwood Mountains of north-central Montana, US. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Shonkinite and Andesite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Shonkinite and Andesite are listed below.

For Shonkinite,

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

For Andesite,

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