Syenite and Shale Definition

Definition of Syenite and Shale

The general Syenite and Shale 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, Shale is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed by the compaction of silt and clay-size mineral particles. Along with definition of Syenite and Shale, get to know about Properties of Syenite and Shale. Get to know more information about Syenite and Shale origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Syenite and Shale

The history of Syenite and Shale 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 Shale Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Syenite and Shale

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

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