Trondhjemite and Hyaloclastite  Definition

Definition of Trondhjemite and Hyaloclastite 

The general Trondhjemite and Hyaloclastite  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, Hyaloclastite is an aggregate of fine, glassy debris formed by the sudden contact of hot, coherent magma and cold water or water-saturated sediment. Along with definition of Trondhjemite and Hyaloclastite  , get to know about Properties of Trondhjemite and Hyaloclastite  . Get to know more information about Trondhjemite and Hyaloclastite  origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Trondhjemite and Hyaloclastite 

The history of Trondhjemite and Hyaloclastite  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 Hyaloclastite  Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Trondhjemite and Hyaloclastite 

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock