Amphibolite and Gossan Definition

Definition of Amphibolite and Gossan

The general Amphibolite and Gossan definition can be stated as: Amphibolite can be defined as a granular metamorphic rock which mainly consist of hornblende and plagioclase. On the other hand, Gossan is intensely oxidized, weathered or decomposed rock, usually the upper and exposed part of an ore deposit or mineral vein.. Along with definition of Amphibolite and Gossan, get to know about Properties of Amphibolite and Gossan. Get to know more information about Amphibolite and Gossan origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Amphibolite and Gossan

The history of Amphibolite and Gossan 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.

Amphibolite and Gossan Origin and Discoverer

Amphibolite and Gossan definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Amphibolite and Gossan. In this section, you will know about Amphibolite and Gossan Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Amphibolite is Unknown whereas Origin of Gossan is Indonesia. It is interesting to know the name of Amphibolite and Gossan discoverer. The Discoverer of Amphibolite is Alexandre Brongniart and the discoverer of Gossan is Cornish Gossen.

Etymology of Amphibolite and Gossan

Along with Amphibolite and Gossan definition, know more about the etymology of Amphibolite and Gossan. Etymology of Amphibolite and Gossan gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Amphibolite and Formation of Gossan. The etymology of Amphibolite is From Amphibole + -ite while that of Gossan is From Amphibole + -ite. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Amphibolite and Gossan belong to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Amphibolite and Gossan are listed below.

For Amphibolite,

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

For Gossan,

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