Gneiss and Vogesite Definition

Definition of Gneiss and Vogesite

The general Gneiss and Vogesite 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, Vogesite is a porphyritic alkaline igneous rock and is a variety of Lamprophyre which is dominated by essential amphibole, usually hornblende, and potassic feldspar. Along with definition of Gneiss and Vogesite, get to know about Properties of Gneiss and Vogesite. Get to know more information about Gneiss and Vogesite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Gneiss and Vogesite

The history of Gneiss and Vogesite 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 Vogesite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Gneiss and Vogesite

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

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