Quartzite and Gabbro Definition

Definition of Quartzite and Gabbro

The general Quartzite and Gabbro 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, Gabbro is an intrusive igneous rock which is chemically equivalent to plutonic Basalt. Along with definition of Quartzite and Gabbro, get to know about Properties of Quartzite and Gabbro. Get to know more information about Quartzite and Gabbro origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Quartzite and Gabbro

The history of Quartzite and Gabbro 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 Gabbro Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Quartzite and Gabbro

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

For Quartzite,

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

For Gabbro,

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