Definition of Sienite. Meaning of Sienite. Synonyms of Sienite

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Definition of Sienite

Sienite
Sienite Si"e*nite, n. (Min.) See Syenite.

Meaning of Sienite from wikipedia

- Syenite is a co****-grained intrusive igneous rock with a general composition similar to that of granite, but deficient in quartz, which, if present at...
- Their further formation occurred due to the spherical erosion of the sienite rocks and their gradual movement to down stream valleys by the forces of...
- chiefly of hornblende rock, containing spangles of mica and small garnets. Sienites also occur, as fragments of a beautiful pegmatite with flesh coloured feldspar...
- precincts measures 865 feet (264 m)x657 feet (200 m). Red and gray granite and sienite have been used in pavements, stairways and lower part of walls. The temple...
- greenish, at Fredericksvarn [Stavern], disseminated in a large grained sienite. According to Parker Cleaveland (1780–1858) the mineral is probably a variety...
- Mackenzie : "To Sautgur Hill (near Conjeeveram) with Mackenzie. Of the Sienite, they made formerly Cannon balls of which many are found lying all over...