Syenite and Granite Definition

Definition of Syenite and Granite

The general Syenite and Granite 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, Granite is a very hard, granular, crystalline igneous rock which consists mainly of quartz, mica, and feldspar and is often used as building stone. Along with definition of Syenite and Granite, get to know about Properties of Syenite and Granite. Get to know more information about Syenite and Granite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Syenite and Granite

The history of Syenite and Granite 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 Granite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Syenite and Granite

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

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