Skarn and Monzonite Definition

Definition of Skarn and Monzonite

The general Skarn and Monzonite 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, 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 Skarn and Monzonite, get to know about Properties of Skarn and Monzonite. Get to know more information about Skarn and Monzonite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Skarn and Monzonite

The history of Skarn 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.

Skarn and Monzonite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Skarn and Monzonite

Along with Skarn and Monzonite definition, know more about the etymology of Skarn and Monzonite. Etymology of Skarn and Monzonite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Skarn and Formation of Monzonite. 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 Monzonite 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 Monzonite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Skarn and Monzonite are listed below.

For Skarn,

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