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No. Gneiss is a metamorphic rock.

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How is gneiss similar to granite?

Granite is an igneous rock and gneiss is a metamorphic rock.


Is gneiss a metamorphic sedimentary or igneous?

Gneiss is a banded metamorphic rock.


Is gneiss an igneous metamorphic or sedimentary rock?

It is a Metamorphic rock


Is gneiss igneous metamorphic or sedimentary rock?

It is a Metamorphic rock


What type of rock is an example of Gneiss?

Gneiss is an example of a metamorphic rock.


Can igneous rock become metamorphic rock without first becoming sedimentary rock?

Yes. A prime example is that granite can undergo metamorphism and become gneiss.


What grain structure does gneiss have?

Gneiss which is a non-foliated meta-igneous rock is coarse grained in texture.


Is gneiss metamorphic?

A gneiss is a metamorphic rock. Metamorphic rocks are created by the alteration of rocks by heat and pressure. Therefore, a gneiss may be created from an igneous rock in which case it would be called an orthogneiss.


Granite is an example of?

Granite is an example of an igneous rock that forms from the cooling and crystallization of magma below the Earth's surface. It is known for its durability and often used in construction and sculpture due to its strength and aesthetic appeal.


Can an igneous rock like granite be formed into a metamorphic rock like gneiss?

Heat And Pressure


Can igneous rock like granite can be formed into a metamorphic rock like gneiss?

Heat And Pressure


What geologic process change granite igneous rock into gneiss metamorphic rock?

Granite can be changed into gneiss through the process of metamorphism, where heat and pressure alter the mineral structure of the rock. This process causes the minerals in the granite to recrystallize, forming distinct banding and foliation characteristic of gneiss. The original minerals in the granite are reorganized into new minerals such as mica, quartz, and feldspar, giving gneiss its unique appearance.