Oolite and Quartzite Definition

Definition of Oolite and Quartzite

The general Oolite and Quartzite definition can be stated as: Oolite is a sedimentary rock formed from ooids, spherical grains which are composed of concentric layers of calcite. On the other hand, Quartzite is a non-foliated metamorphic rock that forms by the metamorphism of pure quartz Sandstone. Along with definition of Oolite and Quartzite, get to know about Properties of Oolite and Quartzite. Get to know more information about Oolite and Quartzite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Oolite and Quartzite

The history of Oolite 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.

Oolite and Quartzite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Oolite and Quartzite

Along with Oolite and Quartzite definition, know more about the etymology of Oolite and Quartzite. Etymology of Oolite and Quartzite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Oolite and Formation of Quartzite. The etymology of Oolite is From oo- + -lite, after German Oolit. A rock consisting of fine grains of carbonate of lime while that of Quartzite is From oo- + -lite, after German Oolit. A rock consisting of fine grains of carbonate of lime. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Oolite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Quartzite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Oolite and Quartzite are listed below.

For Oolite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: 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