Phyllite and Gossan Definition

Definition of Phyllite and Gossan

The general Phyllite and Gossan definition can be stated as: Phyllite is a fine-grained metamorphic rock with a well-developed laminar structure, and is intermediate between slate and schist rocks. 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 Phyllite and Gossan, get to know about Properties of Phyllite and Gossan. Get to know more information about Phyllite and Gossan origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Phyllite and Gossan

The history of Phyllite 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.

Phyllite and Gossan Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Phyllite and Gossan

Along with Phyllite and Gossan definition, know more about the etymology of Phyllite and Gossan. Etymology of Phyllite and Gossan gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Phyllite and Formation of Gossan. The etymology of Phyllite is From Greek phullon leaf + -ite1 while that of Gossan is From Greek phullon leaf + -ite1. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Phyllite and Gossan belong to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Phyllite and Gossan are listed below.

For Phyllite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft 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