Chert and Quartzite Definition

Definition of Chert and Quartzite

The general Chert and Quartzite definition can be stated as: Chert is a hard, dark, opaque sedimentary rock which is composed of silica with an amorphous fine-grained 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 Chert and Quartzite, get to know about Properties of Chert and Quartzite. Get to know more information about Chert and Quartzite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Chert and Quartzite

The history of Chert 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.

Chert and Quartzite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Chert and Quartzite

Along with Chert and Quartzite definition, know more about the etymology of Chert and Quartzite. Etymology of Chert and Quartzite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Chert and Formation of Quartzite. The etymology of Chert is From flint-like quartz, 1670s, of unknown origin- a local term, which has been taken into geological use while that of Quartzite is From flint-like quartz, 1670s, of unknown origin- a local term, which has been taken into geological use. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Chert belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Quartzite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Chert and Quartzite are listed below.

For Chert,

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