Syenite and Rhyolite Definition

Definition of Syenite and Rhyolite

The general Syenite and Rhyolite 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, Rhyolite is a fine-grained igneous rock which is rich in silica. Along with definition of Syenite and Rhyolite, get to know about Properties of Syenite and Rhyolite. Get to know more information about Syenite and Rhyolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Syenite and Rhyolite

The history of Syenite and Rhyolite 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 Rhyolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Syenite and Rhyolite

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock