Phyllite and Quartzite Definition

Definition of Phyllite and Quartzite

The general Phyllite and Quartzite definition can be stated as: Phyllite is a fine-grained metamorphic rock with a well-developed laminar structure, and is intermediate between slate and schist rocks. On the other hand, Quartzite is a non-foliated metamorphic rock that forms by the metamorphism of pure quartz Sandstone. Along with definition of Phyllite and Quartzite, get to know about Properties of Phyllite and Quartzite. Get to know more information about Phyllite and Quartzite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Phyllite and Quartzite

The history of Phyllite 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.

Phyllite and Quartzite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Phyllite and Quartzite

Along with Phyllite and Quartzite definition, know more about the etymology of Phyllite and Quartzite. Etymology of Phyllite and Quartzite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Phyllite and Formation of Quartzite. The etymology of Phyllite is From Greek phullon leaf + -ite1 while that of Quartzite is From Greek phullon leaf + -ite1. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Phyllite and Quartzite belong to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Phyllite and Quartzite are listed below.

For Phyllite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft 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