Syenite and Mudstone Definition

Definition of Syenite and Mudstone

The general Syenite and Mudstone 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, Mudstone is a fine-grained, dark gray sedimentary rock, which is formed from silt and clay and is similar to shale but has less laminations. Along with definition of Syenite and Mudstone, get to know about Properties of Syenite and Mudstone. Get to know more information about Syenite and Mudstone origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Syenite and Mudstone

The history of Syenite and Mudstone 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 Mudstone Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Syenite and Mudstone

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

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