BGS Rock Classification Scheme

Granite, sheared

Code	GNSH
Description	Granite, sheared
Qualifiers	sheared
Definition	Coarse-grained, 2-16mm normal crystalline intrusive rock; qtz 20-60% of QAPF, feldspar 35-90% alkali feldspar +/- mica/amphibole. Relative movement of contiguous parts parallel to their plane of contact. May cause cataclasis, granulation, mylonitisation.
Linked data	http://data.bgs.ac.uk/id/EarthMaterialClass/RockName/GNSH

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CAVEAT

"Thumbnail" definitions attached to some of the table entries are an interim attempt to provide simple short descriptions of the "unqualified" rock types presented within the BGS Rock Classification Scheme. Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy and consistency but minor contradictions or omissions might be present. The BGS welcomes any feedback pointing out such minor imperfections and/or providing constructive comment and suggestions for improvement of the definitions. In the first instance such feedback should be directed to Dr Tim McCormick.