Syenite and Anthracite Definition

Definition of Syenite and Anthracite

The general Syenite and Anthracite 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, Anthracite is a type of sedimentary rock which is hard and is variety of coal that has high luster. Along with definition of Syenite and Anthracite, get to know about Properties of Syenite and Anthracite. Get to know more information about Syenite and Anthracite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Syenite and Anthracite

The history of Syenite and Anthracite 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 Anthracite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Syenite and Anthracite

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

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