Trondhjemite and Pyrolite Definition

Definition of Trondhjemite and Pyrolite

The general Trondhjemite and Pyrolite 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, Pyrolite is an igneous rock consisting of about three parts of peridotite and one part of basalt. Along with definition of Trondhjemite and Pyrolite, get to know about Properties of Trondhjemite and Pyrolite. Get to know more information about Trondhjemite and Pyrolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Trondhjemite and Pyrolite

The history of Trondhjemite and Pyrolite 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 Pyrolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Trondhjemite and Pyrolite

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

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