Turbidite and Gneiss Definition

Definition of Turbidite and Gneiss

The general Turbidite and Gneiss definition can be stated as: A sedimentary rock, deposit of a submarine turbidity currents and are composed of layered particles. 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 Turbidite and Gneiss, get to know about Properties of Turbidite and Gneiss. Get to know more information about Turbidite and Gneiss origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Turbidite and Gneiss

The history of Turbidite 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.

Turbidite and Gneiss Origin and Discoverer

Turbidite and Gneiss definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Turbidite and Gneiss. In this section, you will know about Turbidite and Gneiss Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Turbidite is European Foreland Basins whereas Origin of Gneiss is Unknown. It is interesting to know the name of Turbidite and Gneiss discoverer. The Discoverer of Turbidite is Arnold H. Bouma and the discoverer of Gneiss is Unknown.

Etymology of Turbidite and Gneiss

Along with Turbidite and Gneiss definition, know more about the etymology of Turbidite and Gneiss. Etymology of Turbidite and Gneiss gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Turbidite and Formation of Gneiss. The etymology of Turbidite is From Medieval Latin turbiditas, from Latin turbidus (turbid). Turbidity current is from 1939 while that of Gneiss is From Medieval Latin turbiditas, from Latin turbidus (turbid). Turbidity current is from 1939. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Turbidite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Gneiss belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Turbidite and Gneiss are listed below.

For Turbidite,

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