Foidolite and Quartzite Definition

Definition of Foidolite and Quartzite

The general Foidolite and Quartzite definition can be stated as: Foidolite is a rare type of coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock with a feldspathoid mineral content greater than 60%. On the other hand, Quartzite is a non-foliated metamorphic rock that forms by the metamorphism of pure quartz Sandstone. Along with definition of Foidolite and Quartzite, get to know about Properties of Foidolite and Quartzite. Get to know more information about Foidolite and Quartzite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Foidolite and Quartzite

The history of Foidolite 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.

Foidolite and Quartzite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Foidolite and Quartzite

Along with Foidolite and Quartzite definition, know more about the etymology of Foidolite and Quartzite. Etymology of Foidolite and Quartzite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Foidolite and Formation of Quartzite. The etymology of Foidolite is From the mineral feldspathoid which is the main content of rock while that of Quartzite is From the mineral feldspathoid which is the main content of rock. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Foidolite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Quartzite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Foidolite and Quartzite are listed below.

For Foidolite,

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