Granodiorite and Gneiss Definition

Definition of Granodiorite and Gneiss

The general Granodiorite and Gneiss definition can be stated as: Granodiorite is a coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock containing quartz and plagioclase, and which has composition in between granite and diorite. On the other hand, 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. Along with definition of Granodiorite and Gneiss, get to know about Properties of Granodiorite and Gneiss. Get to know more information about Granodiorite and Gneiss origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Granodiorite and Gneiss

The history of Granodiorite and Gneiss 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.

Granodiorite and Gneiss Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Granodiorite and Gneiss

Along with Granodiorite and Gneiss definition, know more about the etymology of Granodiorite and Gneiss. Etymology of Granodiorite and Gneiss gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Granodiorite and Formation of Gneiss. The etymology of Granodiorite is From granite + diorite while that of Gneiss is From granite + diorite. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Granodiorite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Gneiss belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Granodiorite and Gneiss are listed below.

For Granodiorite,

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

For Gneiss,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock