Syenite and Turbidite Definition

Definition of Syenite and Turbidite

The general Syenite and Turbidite 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, A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. Along with definition of Syenite and Turbidite, get to know about Properties of Syenite and Turbidite. Get to know more information about Syenite and Turbidite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Syenite and Turbidite

The history of Syenite and Turbidite 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 Turbidite Origin and Discoverer

Syenite and Turbidite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Syenite and Turbidite. In this section, you will know about Syenite and Turbidite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Syenite is Unknown whereas Origin of Turbidite is European Foreland Basins. It is interesting to know the name of Syenite and Turbidite discoverer. The Discoverer of Syenite is Unknown and the discoverer of Turbidite is Arnold H. Bouma.

Etymology of Syenite and Turbidite

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

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