Quartzite and Felsite Definition

Definition of Quartzite and Felsite

The general Quartzite and Felsite 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, Felsite is a very fine grained volcanic rock that may or may not contain larger crystals and light colored rock that typically requires petrographic examination or chemical analysis for more precise definition. Along with definition of Quartzite and Felsite, get to know about Properties of Quartzite and Felsite. Get to know more information about Quartzite and Felsite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Quartzite and Felsite

The history of Quartzite and Felsite 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 Felsite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Quartzite and Felsite

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

For Quartzite,

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

For Felsite,

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