Dolomite and Quartzite Definition

Definition of Dolomite and Quartzite

The general Dolomite and Quartzite definition can be stated as: Dolomite is a sedimentary rock containing more than 50 percent of the mineral dolomite by weight. On the other hand, Quartzite is a non-foliated metamorphic rock that forms by the metamorphism of pure quartz Sandstone. Along with definition of Dolomite and Quartzite, get to know about Properties of Dolomite and Quartzite. Get to know more information about Dolomite and Quartzite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Dolomite and Quartzite

The history of Dolomite 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.

Dolomite and Quartzite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Dolomite and Quartzite

Along with Dolomite and Quartzite definition, know more about the etymology of Dolomite and Quartzite. Etymology of Dolomite and Quartzite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Dolomite and Formation of Quartzite. The etymology of Dolomite is From French, from the name of Dolomieu (1750–1801), the French geologist who discovered the rock while that of Quartzite is From French, from the name of Dolomieu (1750–1801), the French geologist who discovered the rock. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Dolomite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Quartzite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Dolomite and Quartzite are listed below.

For Dolomite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness 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