Skarn and Granodiorite Definition

Definition of Skarn and Granodiorite

The general Skarn and Granodiorite definition can be stated as: Skarns are formed during regional or contact metamorphism and from a variety of metasomatic processes involving fluids of magmatic, metamorphic, and/or marine origin. 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 Skarn and Granodiorite, get to know about Properties of Skarn and Granodiorite. Get to know more information about Skarn and Granodiorite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Skarn and Granodiorite

The history of Skarn 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.

Skarn and Granodiorite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Skarn and Granodiorite

Along with Skarn and Granodiorite definition, know more about the etymology of Skarn and Granodiorite. Etymology of Skarn and Granodiorite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Skarn and Formation of Granodiorite. The etymology of Skarn is From an old Swedish mining term originally used to describe a type of silicate gangue or waste rock. while that of Granodiorite is From an old Swedish mining term originally used to describe a type of silicate gangue or waste rock.. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Skarn belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Granodiorite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Skarn and Granodiorite are listed below.

For Skarn,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine 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