Gneiss and Dolomite Definition

Definition of Gneiss and Dolomite

The general Gneiss and Dolomite 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, Dolomite is a sedimentary rock containing more than 50 percent of the mineral dolomite by weight. Along with definition of Gneiss and Dolomite, get to know about Properties of Gneiss and Dolomite. Get to know more information about Gneiss and Dolomite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Gneiss and Dolomite

The history of Gneiss and Dolomite 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 Dolomite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Gneiss and Dolomite

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

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