Quartzite and Claystone Definition

Definition of Quartzite and Claystone

The general Quartzite and Claystone 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, Claystone is a fine-grained, dark gray to pink sedimentary rock which mainly consists of compacted and hardened clay. Along with definition of Quartzite and Claystone, get to know about Properties of Quartzite and Claystone. Get to know more information about Quartzite and Claystone origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Quartzite and Claystone

The history of Quartzite and Claystone 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 Claystone Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Quartzite and Claystone

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

For Quartzite,

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

For Claystone,

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