Syenite and Granodiorite Definition

Definition of Syenite and Granodiorite

The general Syenite and Granodiorite 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, Granodiorite is a coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock containing quartz and plagioclase, and which has composition in between granite and diorite. Along with definition of Syenite and Granodiorite, get to know about Properties of Syenite and Granodiorite. Get to know more information about Syenite and Granodiorite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Syenite and Granodiorite

The history of Syenite and Granodiorite 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 Granodiorite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Syenite and Granodiorite

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

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