Shonkinite and Monzonite Definition

Definition of Shonkinite and Monzonite

The general Shonkinite and Monzonite 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, Monzonite is a granular igneous rock with composition between syenite and diorite and containing approximately equal amounts of orthoclase and plagioclase. Along with definition of Shonkinite and Monzonite, get to know about Properties of Shonkinite and Monzonite. Get to know more information about Shonkinite and Monzonite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Shonkinite and Monzonite

The history of Shonkinite and Monzonite 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 Monzonite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Shonkinite and Monzonite

Along with Shonkinite and Monzonite definition, know more about the etymology of Shonkinite and Monzonite. Etymology of Shonkinite and Monzonite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Shonkinite and Formation of Monzonite. The etymology of Shonkinite is From the name of Shonkin Sag ranges in the Highwood Mountains of north-central Montana, US while that of Monzonite 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 Monzonite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Shonkinite and Monzonite 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 Monzonite,

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