Trondhjemite and Diamictite Definition

Definition of Trondhjemite and Diamictite

The general Trondhjemite and Diamictite 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, Diamictite is a sedimentary rock that consists of non-sorted to poorly sorted terrigenous sediment containing particles that range in size from clay to boulders, suspended in a matrix of mudstone or sandstone. Along with definition of Trondhjemite and Diamictite, get to know about Properties of Trondhjemite and Diamictite. Get to know more information about Trondhjemite and Diamictite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Trondhjemite and Diamictite

The history of Trondhjemite and Diamictite 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 Diamictite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Trondhjemite and Diamictite

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

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