Trondhjemite and Itacolumite Definition

Definition of Trondhjemite and Itacolumite

The general Trondhjemite and Itacolumite 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, A yellow sandstone which is flexible when cut into thin strips. Along with definition of Trondhjemite and Itacolumite, get to know about Properties of Trondhjemite and Itacolumite. Get to know more information about Trondhjemite and Itacolumite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Trondhjemite and Itacolumite

The history of Trondhjemite and Itacolumite 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 Itacolumite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Trondhjemite and Itacolumite

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

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