Dunite and Quartzite Definition

Definition of Dunite and Quartzite

The general Dunite and Quartzite definition can be stated as: Dunite is a green to brownish coarse-grained igneous rock mainly consisting of olivine. On the other hand, Quartzite is a non-foliated metamorphic rock that forms by the metamorphism of pure quartz Sandstone. Along with definition of Dunite and Quartzite, get to know about Properties of Dunite and Quartzite. Get to know more information about Dunite and Quartzite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Dunite and Quartzite

The history of Dunite 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.

Dunite and Quartzite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Dunite and Quartzite

Along with Dunite and Quartzite definition, know more about the etymology of Dunite and Quartzite. Etymology of Dunite and Quartzite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Dunite and Formation of Quartzite. The etymology of Dunite is From the name of Dun Mountain, New Zealand, + -ite1 while that of Quartzite is From the name of Dun Mountain, New Zealand, + -ite1. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Dunite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Quartzite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Dunite and Quartzite are listed below.

For Dunite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• 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