Trondhjemite and Monzogranite Definition

Definition of Trondhjemite and Monzogranite

The general Trondhjemite and Monzogranite 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, Monzogranite is a type of igneous rock and belongs to biotite granite rocks that are considered to be the final fractionation product of magma. Along with definition of Trondhjemite and Monzogranite, get to know about Properties of Trondhjemite and Monzogranite. Get to know more information about Trondhjemite and Monzogranite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Trondhjemite and Monzogranite

The history of Trondhjemite and Monzogranite 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 Monzogranite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Trondhjemite and Monzogranite

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

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