Gneiss and Epidosite Definition

Definition of Gneiss and Epidosite

The general Gneiss and Epidosite 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, Epidosite is a highly altered epidote and quartz bearing rock which is a type of metasomatite, essentially altered basalt. Along with definition of Gneiss and Epidosite, get to know about Properties of Gneiss and Epidosite. Get to know more information about Gneiss and Epidosite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Gneiss and Epidosite

The history of Gneiss and Epidosite 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 Epidosite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Gneiss and Epidosite

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

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