Diorite and Quartzite Definition

Definition of Diorite and Quartzite

The general Diorite and Quartzite definition can be stated as: Diorite is a grey to dark-grey intermediate intrusive igneous rock composed principally of plagioclase feldspar,biotite, hornblende, and pyroxene. On the other hand, Quartzite is a non-foliated metamorphic rock that forms by the metamorphism of pure quartz Sandstone. Along with definition of Diorite and Quartzite, get to know about Properties of Diorite and Quartzite. Get to know more information about Diorite and Quartzite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Diorite and Quartzite

The history of Diorite 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.

Diorite and Quartzite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Diorite and Quartzite

Along with Diorite and Quartzite definition, know more about the etymology of Diorite and Quartzite. Etymology of Diorite and Quartzite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Diorite and Formation of Quartzite. The etymology of Diorite is From early 19th century coined in French, formed irregularly from Greek diorizein distinguish while that of Quartzite is From early 19th century coined in French, formed irregularly from Greek diorizein distinguish. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Diorite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Quartzite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Diorite and Quartzite are listed below.

For Diorite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• 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