Enderbite and Gneiss Definition

Definition of Enderbite and Gneiss

The general Enderbite and Gneiss definition can be stated as: Enderbite rock is an igneous rock which belongs to the Charnockite rock series. 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 Enderbite and Gneiss, get to know about Properties of Enderbite and Gneiss. Get to know more information about Enderbite and Gneiss origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Enderbite and Gneiss

The history of Enderbite 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.

Enderbite and Gneiss Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Enderbite and Gneiss

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

For Enderbite,

• 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