Intermediate composition
An intermediate rock is an igneous rock with a SiO2 content 52-63 percent by weight. It is thus between the basic rock ( 45 to 52%) and the acidic rock (more than 63%).
Typical intermediate rocks are andesite and diorite.
Intermediate compositionAn intermediate rock is an igneous rock with a SiO2 content 52-63 percent by weight. It is thus between the basic rock ( 45 to 52%) and the acidic rock (more than 63%). Typical intermediate rocks are andesite and diorite. |
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