Arkose and Quartzite Definition

Definition of Arkose and Quartzite

The general Arkose and Quartzite definition can be stated as: Arkose is a sedimentary rock, specifically a type of sandstone containing at least 25% feldspar. On the other hand, Quartzite is a non-foliated metamorphic rock that forms by the metamorphism of pure quartz Sandstone. Along with definition of Arkose and Quartzite, get to know about Properties of Arkose and Quartzite. Get to know more information about Arkose and Quartzite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Arkose and Quartzite

The history of Arkose 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.

Arkose and Quartzite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Arkose and Quartzite

Along with Arkose and Quartzite definition, know more about the etymology of Arkose and Quartzite. Etymology of Arkose and Quartzite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Arkose and Formation of Quartzite. The etymology of Arkose is From Auvergne region of France used by a French geologist Alexandre Brongniart in 1826 who applied this term to some feldspathic sandstones while that of Quartzite is From Auvergne region of France used by a French geologist Alexandre Brongniart in 1826 who applied this term to some feldspathic sandstones. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Arkose belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Quartzite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Arkose and Quartzite are listed below.

For Arkose,

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