Gneiss and Chalk Definition

Definition of Gneiss and Chalk

The general Gneiss and Chalk definition can be stated as: 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. On the other hand, Chalk is a soft, white, powdery limestone consisting mainly of fossil shells of foraminifers. Along with definition of Gneiss and Chalk, get to know about Properties of Gneiss and Chalk. Get to know more information about Gneiss and Chalk origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Gneiss and Chalk

The history of Gneiss and Chalk 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.

Gneiss and Chalk Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Gneiss and Chalk

Along with Gneiss and Chalk definition, know more about the etymology of Gneiss and Chalk. Etymology of Gneiss and Chalk gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Gneiss and Formation of Chalk. The etymology of Gneiss is From the Middle High German verb gneist (to spark; so called because the rock glitters) while that of Chalk is From the Middle High German verb gneist (to spark; so called because the rock glitters). The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Gneiss belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Chalk belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Gneiss and Chalk are listed below.

For Gneiss,

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

For Chalk,

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