Granodiorite and Syenite Definition

Definition of Granodiorite and Syenite

The general Granodiorite and Syenite definition can be stated as: Granodiorite is a coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock containing quartz and plagioclase, and which has composition in between granite and diorite. On the other hand, Syenite is a coarse-grained igneous rock which is composed mainly of alkali feldspar and various ferromagnesian minerals. Along with definition of Granodiorite and Syenite, get to know about Properties of Granodiorite and Syenite. Get to know more information about Granodiorite and Syenite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Granodiorite and Syenite

The history of Granodiorite and Syenite 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.

Granodiorite and Syenite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Granodiorite and Syenite

Along with Granodiorite and Syenite definition, know more about the etymology of Granodiorite and Syenite. Etymology of Granodiorite and Syenite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Granodiorite and Formation of Syenite. The etymology of Granodiorite is From granite + diorite while that of Syenite is From granite + diorite. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Granodiorite and Syenite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Granodiorite and Syenite are listed below.

For Granodiorite,

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

For Syenite,

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