Trondhjemite and Monzonite Definition

Definition of Trondhjemite and Monzonite

The general Trondhjemite and Monzonite 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, Monzonite is a granular igneous rock with composition between syenite and diorite and containing approximately equal amounts of orthoclase and plagioclase. Along with definition of Trondhjemite and Monzonite, get to know about Properties of Trondhjemite and Monzonite. Get to know more information about Trondhjemite and Monzonite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Trondhjemite and Monzonite

The history of Trondhjemite and Monzonite 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 Monzonite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Trondhjemite and Monzonite

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

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