Migmatite and Gossan Definition

Definition of Migmatite and Gossan

The general Migmatite and Gossan definition can be stated as: Migmatite is typically a granitic rock within a metamorphic host rock which is composed of two intermingled but distinguishable components. On the other hand, Gossan is intensely oxidized, weathered or decomposed rock, usually the upper and exposed part of an ore deposit or mineral vein.. Along with definition of Migmatite and Gossan, get to know about Properties of Migmatite and Gossan. Get to know more information about Migmatite and Gossan origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Migmatite and Gossan

The history of Migmatite and Gossan 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.

Migmatite and Gossan Origin and Discoverer

Migmatite and Gossan definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Migmatite and Gossan. In this section, you will know about Migmatite and Gossan Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Migmatite is Southern Alps, France whereas Origin of Gossan is Indonesia. It is interesting to know the name of Migmatite and Gossan discoverer. The Discoverer of Migmatite is Jakob Sederholm and the discoverer of Gossan is Cornish Gossen.

Etymology of Migmatite and Gossan

Along with Migmatite and Gossan definition, know more about the etymology of Migmatite and Gossan. Etymology of Migmatite and Gossan gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Migmatite and Formation of Gossan. The etymology of Migmatite is From the Greek word migma which means a mixture while that of Gossan is From the Greek word migma which means a mixture. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Migmatite and Gossan belong to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Migmatite and Gossan are listed below.

For Migmatite,

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

For Gossan,

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