Syenite and Mugearite Definition

Definition of Syenite and Mugearite

The general Syenite and Mugearite 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, Mugearite is a type of oligoclase bearing basalt, also comprising of olivine, apatite, and opaque oxides. Along with definition of Syenite and Mugearite, get to know about Properties of Syenite and Mugearite. Get to know more information about Syenite and Mugearite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Syenite and Mugearite

The history of Syenite and Mugearite 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 Mugearite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Syenite and Mugearite

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Opaque rock