Sovite and Diorite Definition

Definition of Sovite and Diorite

The general Sovite and Diorite definition can be stated as: Sovite is a coarse-grained variety of carbonatite which belongs to intrusive igneous rock. On the other hand, Diorite is a grey to dark-grey intermediate intrusive igneous rock composed principally of plagioclase feldspar,biotite, hornblende, and pyroxene. Along with definition of Sovite and Diorite, get to know about Properties of Sovite and Diorite. Get to know more information about Sovite and Diorite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Sovite and Diorite

The history of Sovite and Diorite 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.

Sovite and Diorite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Sovite and Diorite

Along with Sovite and Diorite definition, know more about the etymology of Sovite and Diorite. Etymology of Sovite and Diorite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Sovite and Formation of Diorite. The etymology of Sovite is not available while that of Diorite is not available. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Sovite and Diorite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Sovite and Diorite are listed below.

For Sovite,

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

For Diorite,

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