Epidosite and Quartzite Definition

Definition of Epidosite and Quartzite

The general Epidosite and Quartzite definition can be stated as: Epidosite is a highly altered epidote and quartz bearing rock which is a type of metasomatite, essentially altered basalt. On the other hand, Quartzite is a non-foliated metamorphic rock that forms by the metamorphism of pure quartz Sandstone. Along with definition of Epidosite and Quartzite, get to know about Properties of Epidosite and Quartzite. Get to know more information about Epidosite and Quartzite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Epidosite and Quartzite

The history of Epidosite 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.

Epidosite and Quartzite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Epidosite and Quartzite

Along with Epidosite and Quartzite definition, know more about the etymology of Epidosite and Quartzite. Etymology of Epidosite and Quartzite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Epidosite and Formation of Quartzite. The etymology of Epidosite is not available while that of Quartzite is not available. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Epidosite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Quartzite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Epidosite and Quartzite are listed below.

For Epidosite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, 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