Quartzite and Benmoreite Definition

Definition of Quartzite and Benmoreite

The general Quartzite and Benmoreite 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, An iron rich extrusive rock found as a member of the alkali basalt magma series. Along with definition of Quartzite and Benmoreite, get to know about Properties of Quartzite and Benmoreite. Get to know more information about Quartzite and Benmoreite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Quartzite and Benmoreite

The history of Quartzite and Benmoreite 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 Benmoreite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Quartzite and Benmoreite

Along with Quartzite and Benmoreite definition, know more about the etymology of Quartzite and Benmoreite. Etymology of Quartzite and Benmoreite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Quartzite and Formation of Benmoreite. The etymology of Quartzite is From quartz + -ite while that of Benmoreite 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 Benmoreite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Quartzite and Benmoreite are listed below.

For Quartzite,

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

For Benmoreite,

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