Trondhjemite and Phyllite Definition

Definition of Trondhjemite and Phyllite

The general Trondhjemite and Phyllite 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, Phyllite is a fine-grained metamorphic rock with a well-developed laminar structure, and is intermediate between slate and schist rocks. Along with definition of Trondhjemite and Phyllite, get to know about Properties of Trondhjemite and Phyllite. Get to know more information about Trondhjemite and Phyllite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Trondhjemite and Phyllite

The history of Trondhjemite and Phyllite 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 Phyllite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Trondhjemite and Phyllite

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

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