Turbidite and Syenite Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Syenite

The general Turbidite and Syenite definition can be stated as: A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. On the other hand, Syenite is a coarse-grained igneous rock which is composed mainly of alkali feldspar and various ferromagnesian minerals. Along with definition of Turbidite and Syenite, get to know about Properties of Turbidite and Syenite. Get to know more information about Turbidite and Syenite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Turbidite and Syenite

The history of Turbidite and Syenite 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.

Turbidite and Syenite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Turbidite and Syenite

Along with Turbidite and Syenite definition, know more about the etymology of Turbidite and Syenite. Etymology of Turbidite and Syenite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Turbidite and Formation of Syenite. The etymology of Turbidite is From Medieval Latin turbiditas, from Latin turbidus (turbid). Turbidity current is from 1939 while that of Syenite is From Medieval Latin turbiditas, from Latin turbidus (turbid). Turbidity current is from 1939. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Turbidite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Syenite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Turbidite and Syenite are listed below.

For Turbidite,

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

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