Gneiss and Jadeitite Definition

Definition of Gneiss and Jadeitite

The general Gneiss and Jadeitite 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, Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains. Along with definition of Gneiss and Jadeitite, get to know about Properties of Gneiss and Jadeitite. Get to know more information about Gneiss and Jadeitite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Gneiss and Jadeitite

The history of Gneiss and Jadeitite 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 Jadeitite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Gneiss and Jadeitite

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

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