Gneiss and Hyaloclastite  Definition

Definition of Gneiss and Hyaloclastite 

The general Gneiss and Hyaloclastite  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, Hyaloclastite is an aggregate of fine, glassy debris formed by the sudden contact of hot, coherent magma and cold water or water-saturated sediment. Along with definition of Gneiss and Hyaloclastite  , get to know about Properties of Gneiss and Hyaloclastite  . Get to know more information about Gneiss and Hyaloclastite  origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Gneiss and Hyaloclastite 

The history of Gneiss and Hyaloclastite  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 Hyaloclastite  Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Gneiss and Hyaloclastite 

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock