Sovite and Gneiss Definition

Definition of Sovite and Gneiss

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

History of Sovite and Gneiss

The history of Sovite 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.

Sovite and Gneiss Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Sovite and Gneiss

Along with Sovite and Gneiss definition, know more about the etymology of Sovite and Gneiss. Etymology of Sovite and Gneiss gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Sovite and Formation of Gneiss. The etymology of Sovite is not available while that of Gneiss is not available. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Sovite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Gneiss belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Sovite and Gneiss are listed below.

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

For Gneiss,

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