Anthracite and Quartzite Definition

Definition of Anthracite and Quartzite

The general Anthracite and Quartzite definition can be stated as: Anthracite is a type of sedimentary rock which is hard and is variety of coal that has high luster. On the other hand, Quartzite is a non-foliated metamorphic rock that forms by the metamorphism of pure quartz Sandstone. Along with definition of Anthracite and Quartzite, get to know about Properties of Anthracite and Quartzite. Get to know more information about Anthracite and Quartzite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Anthracite and Quartzite

The history of Anthracite 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.

Anthracite and Quartzite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Anthracite and Quartzite

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

For Anthracite,

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