The general Latite and Quartzite definition can be stated as: Latite is an igneous, volcanic rock, with aphanitic-aphyric to aphyric-porphyritic texture. On the other hand, Quartzite is a non-foliated metamorphic rock that forms by the metamorphism of pure quartz Sandstone. Along with definition of Latite and Quartzite, get to know about Properties of Latite and Quartzite. Get to know more information about Latite and Quartzite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.
The history of Latite and Quartzite gives information about where the rock was found and who was its discoverer. Almost each and every aspect of Earth's history is recorded in rocks be it the volcanoes which were erupted or the plants, animals and organisms which are now extinct, as rocks are present from millions of years.
Latite and Quartzite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Latite and Quartzite. In this section, you will know about Latite and Quartzite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Latite is Italy whereas Origin of Quartzite is Unknown. It is interesting to know the name of Latite and Quartzite discoverer. The discoverer of Latite and Quartzite are Unknown.
Along with Latite and Quartzite definition, know more about the etymology of Latite and Quartzite. Etymology of Latite and Quartzite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Latite and Formation of Quartzite. The etymology of Latite is From the Latin word latium while that of Quartzite is From the Latin word latium. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Latite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Quartzite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Latite and Quartzite are listed below.
For Latite,
For Quartzite,