Trondhjemite and Mugearite Definition

Definition of Trondhjemite and Mugearite

The general Trondhjemite and Mugearite 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, Mugearite is a type of oligoclase bearing basalt, also comprising of olivine, apatite, and opaque oxides. Along with definition of Trondhjemite and Mugearite, get to know about Properties of Trondhjemite and Mugearite. Get to know more information about Trondhjemite and Mugearite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Trondhjemite and Mugearite

The history of Trondhjemite and Mugearite 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 Mugearite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Trondhjemite and Mugearite

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Opaque rock