Syenite and Marl Definition

Definition of Syenite and Marl

The general Syenite and Marl 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, Marl is an unconsolidated sedimentary rock consisting of clay and lime. Along with definition of Syenite and Marl, get to know about Properties of Syenite and Marl. Get to know more information about Syenite and Marl origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Syenite and Marl

The history of Syenite and Marl 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 Marl Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Syenite and Marl

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

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