Syenite and Cataclasite Definition

Definition of Syenite and Cataclasite

The general Syenite and Cataclasite 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, Cataclasite is a type of cataclastic rock that is formed by fracturing and comminution during faulting. It is normally cohesive and non-foliated, consisting of angular clasts in a finer-grained matrix. Along with definition of Syenite and Cataclasite, get to know about Properties of Syenite and Cataclasite. Get to know more information about Syenite and Cataclasite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Syenite and Cataclasite

The history of Syenite and Cataclasite 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 Cataclasite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Syenite and Cataclasite

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

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