
Gneiss

Translation gneiss into russian
gneiss
NounThe geologist examined the gneiss to determine its mineral composition.
Геолог изучил гнейс, чтобы определить его минеральный состав.
Definitions
gneiss
NounA type of metamorphic rock characterized by its banded or foliated appearance, typically composed of alternating layers of different minerals such as quartz, feldspar, and mica.
The geologist examined the gneiss to determine the conditions under which it formed.
Idioms and phrases
amphibolite gneiss
The rock sample contained layers of amphibolite gneiss.
амфиболитовый гнейс
Образец породы содержал слои амфиболитового гнейса.