Monzogranite and Gneiss Definition

Definition of Monzogranite and Gneiss

The general Monzogranite and Gneiss definition can be stated as: Monzogranite is a type of igneous rock and belongs to biotite granite rocks that are considered to be the final fractionation product of magma. On the other hand, Gneiss is a common and widely distributed type of rock formed by high-grade regional metamorphic processes from pre-existing formations that were originally either igneous or sedimentary rocks. Along with definition of Monzogranite and Gneiss, get to know about Properties of Monzogranite and Gneiss. Get to know more information about Monzogranite and Gneiss origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Monzogranite and Gneiss

The history of Monzogranite and Gneiss 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.

Monzogranite and Gneiss Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Monzogranite and Gneiss

Along with Monzogranite and Gneiss definition, know more about the etymology of Monzogranite and Gneiss. Etymology of Monzogranite and Gneiss gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Monzogranite and Formation of Gneiss. The etymology of Monzogranite is From its mineral content while that of Gneiss is From its mineral content. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Monzogranite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Gneiss belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Monzogranite and Gneiss are listed below.

For Monzogranite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock

For Gneiss,

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