Syenite and Anorthosite Definition

Definition of Syenite and Anorthosite

The general Syenite and Anorthosite 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, Anorthosite is a granular igneous rock composed largely of labradorite or plagioclase. Along with definition of Syenite and Anorthosite, get to know about Properties of Syenite and Anorthosite. Get to know more information about Syenite and Anorthosite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Syenite and Anorthosite

The history of Syenite and Anorthosite 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 Anorthosite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Syenite and Anorthosite

Along with Syenite and Anorthosite definition, know more about the etymology of Syenite and Anorthosite. Etymology of Syenite and Anorthosite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Syenite and Formation of Anorthosite. The etymology of Syenite is From French syénite, from Latin Syenites (lapis ) (stone) of Syene while that of Anorthosite 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 and Anorthosite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Syenite and Anorthosite 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 Anorthosite,

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