Gneiss and Sovite Definition

Definition of Gneiss and Sovite

The general Gneiss and Sovite 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, Sovite is a coarse-grained variety of carbonatite which belongs to intrusive igneous rock. Along with definition of Gneiss and Sovite, get to know about Properties of Gneiss and Sovite. Get to know more information about Gneiss and Sovite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Gneiss and Sovite

The history of Gneiss and Sovite 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 Sovite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Gneiss and Sovite

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

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