Gneiss and Mangerite Definition

Definition of Gneiss and Mangerite

The general Gneiss and Mangerite 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, Mangerite is a plutonic intrusive igneous rock, which is essentially a hypersthene-bearing monzonite. Along with definition of Gneiss and Mangerite, get to know about Properties of Gneiss and Mangerite. Get to know more information about Gneiss and Mangerite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Gneiss and Mangerite

The history of Gneiss and Mangerite 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 Mangerite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Gneiss and Mangerite

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

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