Amphibolite and Quartzite Definition

Definition of Amphibolite and Quartzite

The general Amphibolite and Quartzite definition can be stated as: Amphibolite can be defined as a granular metamorphic rock which mainly consist of hornblende and plagioclase. On the other hand, Quartzite is a non-foliated metamorphic rock that forms by the metamorphism of pure quartz Sandstone. Along with definition of Amphibolite and Quartzite, get to know about Properties of Amphibolite and Quartzite. Get to know more information about Amphibolite and Quartzite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Amphibolite and Quartzite

The history of Amphibolite 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.

Amphibolite and Quartzite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Amphibolite and Quartzite

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

For Amphibolite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse 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