Syenite and Tachylite Definition

Definition of Syenite and Tachylite

The general Syenite and Tachylite 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, Tachylite is a vitreous form of basaltic volcanic glass. This glass is formed naturally by the rapid cooling of molten basalt. Along with definition of Syenite and Tachylite, get to know about Properties of Syenite and Tachylite. Get to know more information about Syenite and Tachylite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Syenite and Tachylite

The history of Syenite and Tachylite 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 Tachylite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Syenite and Tachylite

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

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