orthogneisses

[US]/ˌɔːθəʊˈnaɪs/
[UK]/ˌɔrθəˈnaɪs/

Translation

n.A type of gneiss derived from igneous rock.

Phrases & Collocations

orthogneiss formation

orthogneiss rock

orthogneiss texture

orthogneiss sample

orthogneiss analysis

orthogneiss study

orthogneiss exposure

orthogneiss characteristics

orthogneiss classification

orthogneiss occurrence

Example Sentences

orthogneiss is commonly found in metamorphic terrains.

the study of orthogneiss provides insights into geological processes.

geologists often examine orthogneiss to understand its formation.

orthogneiss can be distinguished from other rock types by its texture.

in some regions, orthogneiss is the dominant rock type.

samples of orthogneiss are collected for laboratory analysis.

orthogneiss often contains minerals such as quartz and feldspar.

researchers are investigating the age of the orthogneiss in this area.

orthogneiss can reveal information about tectonic movements.

the presence of orthogneiss indicates a complex geological history.

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