Syenite and Quartzite Definition

Definition of Syenite and Quartzite

The general Syenite and Quartzite 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, Quartzite is a non-foliated metamorphic rock that forms by the metamorphism of pure quartz Sandstone. Along with definition of Syenite and Quartzite, get to know about Properties of Syenite and Quartzite. Get to know more information about Syenite and Quartzite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Syenite and Quartzite

The history of Syenite and Quartzite 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 Quartzite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Syenite and Quartzite

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

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