Syenite and Aplite Definition

Definition of Syenite and Aplite

The general Syenite and Aplite 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, Aplite is a fine-grained granite composed mainly of feldspar and quartz. Along with definition of Syenite and Aplite, get to know about Properties of Syenite and Aplite. Get to know more information about Syenite and Aplite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Syenite and Aplite

The history of Syenite and Aplite 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 Aplite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Syenite and Aplite

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

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