Syenite and Teschenite Definition

Definition of Syenite and Teschenite

The general Syenite and Teschenite 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, Teschenite is coarse- to fine-grained, dark-coloured intrusive igneous rock that usually occurs in sills, dikes and irregular masses and is always altered to some extent. Along with definition of Syenite and Teschenite, get to know about Properties of Syenite and Teschenite. Get to know more information about Syenite and Teschenite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Syenite and Teschenite

The history of Syenite and Teschenite 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 Teschenite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Syenite and Teschenite

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

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