Gneiss and Diatomite Definition

Definition of Gneiss and Diatomite

The general Gneiss and Diatomite 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, Diatomite is a fine-grained sedimentary rock which is formed from consolidated diatomaceous earth. Along with definition of Gneiss and Diatomite, get to know about Properties of Gneiss and Diatomite. Get to know more information about Gneiss and Diatomite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Gneiss and Diatomite

The history of Gneiss and Diatomite 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 Diatomite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Gneiss and Diatomite

Along with Gneiss and Diatomite definition, know more about the etymology of Gneiss and Diatomite. Etymology of Gneiss and Diatomite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Gneiss and Formation of Diatomite. The etymology of Gneiss is From the Middle High German verb gneist (to spark; so called because the rock glitters) while that of Diatomite 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 Diatomite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Gneiss and Diatomite 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 Diatomite,

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