Syenite and Eclogite Definition

Definition of Syenite and Eclogite

The general Syenite and Eclogite 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, Eclogite is an extreme metamorphic rock, formed by regional metamorphism of basalt rock under very high pressure and temperature. Along with definition of Syenite and Eclogite, get to know about Properties of Syenite and Eclogite. Get to know more information about Syenite and Eclogite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Syenite and Eclogite

The history of Syenite and Eclogite 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 Eclogite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Syenite and Eclogite

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

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