Syenite and Shonkinite Definition

Definition of Syenite and Shonkinite

The general Syenite and Shonkinite 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, Shonkinite is a rare, dark-coloured and intrusive igneous rock which contains augite and orthoclase feldspar as its primary constituents. Along with definition of Syenite and Shonkinite, get to know about Properties of Syenite and Shonkinite. Get to know more information about Syenite and Shonkinite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Syenite and Shonkinite

The history of Syenite and Shonkinite 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 Shonkinite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Syenite and Shonkinite

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

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