Greenschist and Quartzite Definition

Definition of Greenschist and Quartzite

The general Greenschist and Quartzite definition can be stated as: Greenschist is a metamorphic rock that is formed under lowest temperatures and pressures and is usually produced by regional metamorphism. On the other hand, Quartzite is a non-foliated metamorphic rock that forms by the metamorphism of pure quartz Sandstone. Along with definition of Greenschist and Quartzite, get to know about Properties of Greenschist and Quartzite. Get to know more information about Greenschist and Quartzite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Greenschist and Quartzite

The history of Greenschist 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.

Greenschist and Quartzite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Greenschist and Quartzite

Along with Greenschist and Quartzite definition, know more about the etymology of Greenschist and Quartzite. Etymology of Greenschist and Quartzite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Greenschist and Formation of Quartzite. The etymology of Greenschist is From minerals such as chlorite, serpentine, and epidote, and platy minerals such as muscovite and platy serpentine which are green in color while that of Quartzite is From minerals such as chlorite, serpentine, and epidote, and platy minerals such as muscovite and platy serpentine which are green in color. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Greenschist and Quartzite belong to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Greenschist and Quartzite are listed below.

For Greenschist,

• 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