Enderbite and Gossan Definition

Definition of Enderbite and Gossan

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

History of Enderbite and Gossan

The history of Enderbite 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.

Enderbite and Gossan Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Enderbite and Gossan

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

For Enderbite,

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

For Gossan,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group:
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock