Conglomerate and Quartzite Definition

Definition of Conglomerate and Quartzite

The general Conglomerate and Quartzite definition can be stated as: Conglomerate is a sedimentary rock which forms from rounded gravel and boulder sized clasts which are cemented together in a matrix. On the other hand, Quartzite is a non-foliated metamorphic rock that forms by the metamorphism of pure quartz Sandstone. Along with definition of Conglomerate and Quartzite, get to know about Properties of Conglomerate and Quartzite. Get to know more information about Conglomerate and Quartzite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Conglomerate and Quartzite

The history of Conglomerate 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.

Conglomerate and Quartzite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Conglomerate and Quartzite

Along with Conglomerate and Quartzite definition, know more about the etymology of Conglomerate and Quartzite. Etymology of Conglomerate and Quartzite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Conglomerate and Formation of Quartzite. The etymology of Conglomerate is From Latin conglomeratus, to roll together, i.e. from com together + glomerare to gather into a ball, from glomus (genitive glomeris) a ball while that of Quartzite is From Latin conglomeratus, to roll together, i.e. from com together + glomerare to gather into a ball, from glomus (genitive glomeris) a ball. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Conglomerate belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Quartzite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Conglomerate and Quartzite are listed below.

For Conglomerate,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft 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