Syenite and Vogesite Definition

Definition of Syenite and Vogesite

The general Syenite and Vogesite 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, Vogesite is a porphyritic alkaline igneous rock and is a variety of Lamprophyre which is dominated by essential amphibole, usually hornblende, and potassic feldspar. Along with definition of Syenite and Vogesite, get to know about Properties of Syenite and Vogesite. Get to know more information about Syenite and Vogesite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Syenite and Vogesite

The history of Syenite and Vogesite 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 Vogesite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Syenite and Vogesite

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

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