Gneiss and Kimberlite Definition

Definition of Gneiss and Kimberlite

The general Gneiss and Kimberlite 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, Kimberlite is a rare, blue-tinged, coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock, which sometimes contains diamonds and is mostly found in South Africa and Siberia.. Along with definition of Gneiss and Kimberlite, get to know about Properties of Gneiss and Kimberlite. Get to know more information about Gneiss and Kimberlite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Gneiss and Kimberlite

The history of Gneiss and Kimberlite 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 Kimberlite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Gneiss and Kimberlite

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

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