Syenite and Marble Definition

Definition of Syenite and Marble

The general Syenite and Marble 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, Marble is a non-foliated metamorphic rock which is composed of recrystallized carbonate which is formed when limestone is exposed to high temperatures and pressures over a long time. Along with definition of Syenite and Marble, get to know about Properties of Syenite and Marble. Get to know more information about Syenite and Marble origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Syenite and Marble

The history of Syenite and Marble 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 Marble Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Syenite and Marble

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

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