Syenite and Diamictite Definition

Definition of Syenite and Diamictite

The general Syenite and Diamictite 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, Diamictite is a sedimentary rock that consists of non-sorted to poorly sorted terrigenous sediment containing particles that range in size from clay to boulders, suspended in a matrix of mudstone or sandstone. Along with definition of Syenite and Diamictite, get to know about Properties of Syenite and Diamictite. Get to know more information about Syenite and Diamictite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Syenite and Diamictite

The history of Syenite and Diamictite 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 Diamictite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Syenite and Diamictite

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

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