Syenite and Diorite Definition

Definition of Syenite and Diorite

The general Syenite and Diorite 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, Diorite is a grey to dark-grey intermediate intrusive igneous rock composed principally of plagioclase feldspar,biotite, hornblende, and pyroxene. Along with definition of Syenite and Diorite, get to know about Properties of Syenite and Diorite. Get to know more information about Syenite and Diorite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Syenite and Diorite

The history of Syenite and Diorite 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 Diorite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Syenite and Diorite

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

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