Quartzite and Charnockite Definition

Definition of Quartzite and Charnockite

The general Quartzite and Charnockite 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, Charnockite is a variety of granite containing minerals like orthopyroxene, quartz, and feldspar. Along with definition of Quartzite and Charnockite, get to know about Properties of Quartzite and Charnockite. Get to know more information about Quartzite and Charnockite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Quartzite and Charnockite

The history of Quartzite and Charnockite 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 Charnockite Origin and Discoverer

Quartzite and Charnockite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Quartzite and Charnockite. In this section, you will know about Quartzite and Charnockite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Quartzite is Unknown whereas Origin of Charnockite is Tamil Nadu, India. It is interesting to know the name of Quartzite and Charnockite discoverer. The Discoverer of Quartzite is Unknown and the discoverer of Charnockite is T. H. Holland.

Etymology of Quartzite and Charnockite

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

For Quartzite,

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

For Charnockite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock