Gneiss and Monzonite Definition

Definition of Gneiss and Monzonite

The general Gneiss and Monzonite 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, Monzonite is a granular igneous rock with composition between syenite and diorite and containing approximately equal amounts of orthoclase and plagioclase. Along with definition of Gneiss and Monzonite, get to know about Properties of Gneiss and Monzonite. Get to know more information about Gneiss and Monzonite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Gneiss and Monzonite

The history of Gneiss and Monzonite 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 Monzonite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Gneiss and Monzonite

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

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