Quartzite and Dacite Definition

Definition of Quartzite and Dacite

The general Quartzite and Dacite 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, Dacite is a volcanic igneous rock which is rintermediate in composition between andesite and rhyolite. Along with definition of Quartzite and Dacite, get to know about Properties of Quartzite and Dacite. Get to know more information about Quartzite and Dacite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Quartzite and Dacite

The history of Quartzite and Dacite 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 Dacite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Quartzite and Dacite

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

For Quartzite,

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

For Dacite,

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