Sovite and Syenite Definition

Definition of Sovite and Syenite

The general Sovite and Syenite definition can be stated as: Sovite is a coarse-grained variety of carbonatite which belongs to intrusive igneous rock. 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 Sovite and Syenite, get to know about Properties of Sovite and Syenite. Get to know more information about Sovite and Syenite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Sovite and Syenite

The history of Sovite 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.

Sovite and Syenite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Sovite and Syenite

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

For Sovite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft 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