Syenite and Mangerite Definition

Definition of Syenite and Mangerite

The general Syenite and Mangerite 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, Mangerite is a plutonic intrusive igneous rock, which is essentially a hypersthene-bearing monzonite. Along with definition of Syenite and Mangerite, get to know about Properties of Syenite and Mangerite. Get to know more information about Syenite and Mangerite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Syenite and Mangerite

The history of Syenite and Mangerite 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 Mangerite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Syenite and Mangerite

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

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