Syenite and Laterite Definition

Definition of Syenite and Laterite

The general Syenite and Laterite 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, Laterite rock is a type of Sedimentary rock which is rich in iron and aluminium, formed in hot and wet tropical areas. Along with definition of Syenite and Laterite, get to know about Properties of Syenite and Laterite. Get to know more information about Syenite and Laterite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Syenite and Laterite

The history of Syenite and Laterite 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 Laterite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Syenite and Laterite

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

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