Syenite and Hornblendite Definition

Definition of Syenite and Hornblendite

The general Syenite and Hornblendite 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, Hornblendite is a type of igneous plutonic rock consisting mainly of amphibole hornblende and is a type of Amphibolite rock. Along with definition of Syenite and Hornblendite, get to know about Properties of Syenite and Hornblendite. Get to know more information about Syenite and Hornblendite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Syenite and Hornblendite

The history of Syenite and Hornblendite 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 Hornblendite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Syenite and Hornblendite

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

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