Ijolite and Quartzite Definition

Definition of Ijolite and Quartzite

The general Ijolite and Quartzite definition can be stated as: Ijolite is an intrusive igneous rock which is composed mainly of nepheline and an alkali pyroxene, usually aegirine-augite. On the other hand, Quartzite is a non-foliated metamorphic rock that forms by the metamorphism of pure quartz Sandstone. Along with definition of Ijolite and Quartzite, get to know about Properties of Ijolite and Quartzite. Get to know more information about Ijolite and Quartzite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Ijolite and Quartzite

The history of Ijolite 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.

Ijolite and Quartzite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Ijolite and Quartzite

Along with Ijolite and Quartzite definition, know more about the etymology of Ijolite and Quartzite. Etymology of Ijolite and Quartzite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Ijolite and Formation of Quartzite. The etymology of Ijolite is From the first syllable of the Finnish words Ii-vaara, Iijoki, &c. commonly used geographical names in Finland, and the Gr. Xiflos, a stone while that of Quartzite is From the first syllable of the Finnish words Ii-vaara, Iijoki, &c. commonly used geographical names in Finland, and the Gr. Xiflos, a stone. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Ijolite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Quartzite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Ijolite and Quartzite are listed below.

For Ijolite,

• 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