Sovite and Monzonite Definition

Definition of Sovite and Monzonite

The general Sovite and Monzonite definition can be stated as: Sovite is a coarse-grained variety of carbonatite which belongs to intrusive igneous rock. 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 Sovite and Monzonite, get to know about Properties of Sovite and Monzonite. Get to know more information about Sovite and Monzonite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Sovite and Monzonite

The history of Sovite 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.

Sovite and Monzonite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Sovite and Monzonite

Along with Sovite and Monzonite definition, know more about the etymology of Sovite and Monzonite. Etymology of Sovite and Monzonite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Sovite and Formation of Monzonite. The etymology of Sovite is not available while that of Monzonite 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 Monzonite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Sovite and Monzonite 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 Monzonite,

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