Trondhjemite and Conglomerate Definition

Definition of Trondhjemite and Conglomerate

The general Trondhjemite and Conglomerate definition can be stated as: Trondhjemite is a leucocratic (light-colored) intrusive igneous rock. It is a variety of tonalite in which the plagioclase is mostly in the form of oligoclase. Trondhjemites are sometimes known as plagiogranites.. On the other hand, Conglomerate is a sedimentary rock which forms from rounded gravel and boulder sized clasts which are cemented together in a matrix. Along with definition of Trondhjemite and Conglomerate, get to know about Properties of Trondhjemite and Conglomerate. Get to know more information about Trondhjemite and Conglomerate origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Trondhjemite and Conglomerate

The history of Trondhjemite and Conglomerate 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.

Trondhjemite and Conglomerate Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Trondhjemite and Conglomerate

Along with Trondhjemite and Conglomerate definition, know more about the etymology of Trondhjemite and Conglomerate. Etymology of Trondhjemite and Conglomerate gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Trondhjemite and Formation of Conglomerate. The etymology of Trondhjemite is not available while that of Conglomerate 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. Trondhjemite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Conglomerate belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Trondhjemite and Conglomerate are listed below.

For Trondhjemite,

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

For Conglomerate,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock