Syenite and Chalk Definition

Definition of Syenite and Chalk

The general Syenite and Chalk 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, Chalk is a soft, white, powdery limestone consisting mainly of fossil shells of foraminifers. Along with definition of Syenite and Chalk, get to know about Properties of Syenite and Chalk. Get to know more information about Syenite and Chalk origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Syenite and Chalk

The history of Syenite and Chalk 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 Chalk Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Syenite and Chalk

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

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