Syenite and Jaspillite Definition

Definition of Syenite and Jaspillite

The general Syenite and Jaspillite 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, Jaspillite is an iron rich chemically formed rock which is common in banded iron formation rocks. Along with definition of Syenite and Jaspillite, get to know about Properties of Syenite and Jaspillite. Get to know more information about Syenite and Jaspillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Syenite and Jaspillite

The history of Syenite and Jaspillite 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 Jaspillite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Syenite and Jaspillite

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock