Quartzite and Appinite Definition

Definition of Quartzite and Appinite

The general Quartzite and Appinite definition can be stated as: Quartzite is a non-foliated metamorphic rock that forms by the metamorphism of pure quartz Sandstone. On the other hand, Appinite is an igneous rock in which the crystals are so fine grained that individual minerals cannot be easily distinguished. Along with definition of Quartzite and Appinite, get to know about Properties of Quartzite and Appinite. Get to know more information about Quartzite and Appinite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Quartzite and Appinite

The history of Quartzite and Appinite 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.

Quartzite and Appinite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Quartzite and Appinite

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

For Quartzite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Medium grained rock and Opaque rock

For Appinite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock and Opaque rock