Microsyenite
A rock subtype
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About Microsyenite
Unique Identifiers
Mindat ID:
48216
Long-form identifier:
mindat:1:1:48216:7
Classification of Microsyenite
Syenite is in section 7 of the QAPF diagram.
Sub-divisions of Microsyenite
Mineralogy of Microsyenite
Essential minerals - these are minerals that are required within the classification of this rock:
| Feldspar > Alkali Feldspar | A subgroup of the Feldspar Group, poor in calcium, and mostly rich in potassium. |
Non-essential minerals - these minerals are common, sometimes major components, but are not always present:
| Amphibole > Hornblende | AnCa2(Z2+5-mZ3+m)(Si8-(n+m)Al(n+m))(OH,F,Cl)2 |
| Mica > Biotite | K(Fe2+/Mg)2(Al/Fe3+/Mg/Ti)([Si/Al/Fe]2Si2O10)(OH/F)2 |
Pronunciation of Microsyenite
Pronunciation:
| Play | Recorded by | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Jolyon Ralph | United Kingdom |
Common Associates
Internet Links for Microsyenite
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References for Microsyenite
Reference List:
Localities for Microsyenite
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The Locality List
- This locality has map coordinates listed.
- This locality has estimated coordinates.
ⓘ - Click for references and further information on this occurrence.
? - Indicates mineral may be doubtful at this locality.
- Good crystals or important locality for species.
- World class for species or very significant.
(TL) - Type Locality for a valid mineral species.
(FRL) - First Recorded Locality for everything else (eg varieties).
All localities listed without proper references should be considered as questionable.
Třebíč Pluton, Vysočina Region, Czech Republic