Monzonite and Syenite Definition

Definition of Monzonite and Syenite

The general Monzonite and Syenite definition can be stated as: Monzonite is a granular igneous rock with composition between syenite and diorite and containing approximately equal amounts of orthoclase and plagioclase. 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 Monzonite and Syenite, get to know about Properties of Monzonite and Syenite. Get to know more information about Monzonite and Syenite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzonite and Syenite

The history of Monzonite 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.

Monzonite and Syenite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzonite and Syenite

Along with Monzonite and Syenite definition, know more about the etymology of Monzonite and Syenite. Etymology of Monzonite and Syenite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Monzonite and Formation of Syenite. The etymology of Monzonite is From Mount Monzoni in the Tyrol, Italy, + -ite1 while that of Syenite is From Mount Monzoni in the Tyrol, Italy, + -ite1. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Monzonite and Syenite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Monzonite and Syenite are listed below.

For Monzonite,

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