Quartzite and Enderbite Definition

Definition of Quartzite and Enderbite

The general Quartzite and Enderbite 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, Enderbite rock is an igneous rock which belongs to the Charnockite rock series. Along with definition of Quartzite and Enderbite, get to know about Properties of Quartzite and Enderbite. Get to know more information about Quartzite and Enderbite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Quartzite and Enderbite

The history of Quartzite and Enderbite 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 Enderbite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Quartzite and Enderbite

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

For Quartzite,

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

For Enderbite,

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