Whiteschist and Quartzite Definition

Definition of Whiteschist and Quartzite

The general Whiteschist and Quartzite definition can be stated as: Whiteschist is an uncommon rock type belonging to a class of metamorphic rock, this is formed at high-ultra-high pressures. On the other hand, Quartzite is a non-foliated metamorphic rock that forms by the metamorphism of pure quartz Sandstone. Along with definition of Whiteschist and Quartzite, get to know about Properties of Whiteschist and Quartzite. Get to know more information about Whiteschist and Quartzite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Whiteschist and Quartzite

The history of Whiteschist 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.

Whiteschist and Quartzite Origin and Discoverer

Whiteschist and Quartzite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Whiteschist and Quartzite. In this section, you will know about Whiteschist and Quartzite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Whiteschist is Tasmania whereas Origin of Quartzite is Unknown. It is interesting to know the name of Whiteschist and Quartzite discoverer. The discoverer of Whiteschist and Quartzite are Unknown.

Etymology of Whiteschist and Quartzite

Along with Whiteschist and Quartzite definition, know more about the etymology of Whiteschist and Quartzite. Etymology of Whiteschist and Quartzite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Whiteschist and Formation of Quartzite. The etymology of Whiteschist is From French schiste, Greek skhistos i.e. split while that of Quartzite is From French schiste, Greek skhistos i.e. split. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Whiteschist and Quartzite belong to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Whiteschist and Quartzite are listed below.

For Whiteschist,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock

For Quartzite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Medium grained rock and Opaque rock