Home > Term: Shand's classification
Shand's classification
A classification of igneous rocks based on crystallinity, degree of saturation with silica, degree of saturation with alumina, and color index. This system was developed in 1927 by S.J. Shand.
- Sõnaliik: noun
- Valdkond/domeen: Mining
- Category: General mining; Mineral mining
- Government Agency: USBM
0
Looja
- ed.young
- 100% positive feedback
(Milwaukee, United States)