Quartzite and Borolanite Definition

Definition of Quartzite and Borolanite

The general Quartzite and Borolanite 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, Borolanite is a variety of Nepheline Syenite and belongs to igneous rocks and contains nepheline-alkali feldspar pseudomorphs which occur as conspicuous white spots in the dark rock matrix. Along with definition of Quartzite and Borolanite, get to know about Properties of Quartzite and Borolanite. Get to know more information about Quartzite and Borolanite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Quartzite and Borolanite

The history of Quartzite and Borolanite 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 Borolanite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Quartzite and Borolanite

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

For Quartzite,

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

For Borolanite,

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