Syenite and Amphibolite Definition

Definition of Syenite and Amphibolite

The general Syenite and Amphibolite definition can be stated as: Syenite is a coarse-grained igneous rock which is composed mainly of alkali feldspar and various ferromagnesian minerals. On the other hand, Amphibolite can be defined as a granular metamorphic rock which mainly consist of hornblende and plagioclase. Along with definition of Syenite and Amphibolite, get to know about Properties of Syenite and Amphibolite. Get to know more information about Syenite and Amphibolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Syenite and Amphibolite

The history of Syenite and Amphibolite 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.

Syenite and Amphibolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Syenite and Amphibolite

Along with Syenite and Amphibolite definition, know more about the etymology of Syenite and Amphibolite. Etymology of Syenite and Amphibolite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Syenite and Formation of Amphibolite. The etymology of Syenite is From French syénite, from Latin Syenites (lapis ) (stone) of Syene while that of Amphibolite is From French syénite, from Latin Syenites (lapis ) (stone) of Syene. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Syenite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Amphibolite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Syenite and Amphibolite are listed below.

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

For Amphibolite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock