Syenite and Diatomite Definition

Definition of Syenite and Diatomite

The general Syenite and Diatomite 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, Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth. Along with definition of Syenite and Diatomite, get to know about Properties of Syenite and Diatomite. Get to know more information about Syenite and Diatomite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Syenite and Diatomite

The history of Syenite and Diatomite 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 Diatomite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Syenite and Diatomite

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

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