Quartzite and Granulite Definition

Definition of Quartzite and Granulite

The general Quartzite and Granulite 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, Granulite is fine to medium grained metamorphic rock with a granular of polygonal crystals.. Along with definition of Quartzite and Granulite, get to know about Properties of Quartzite and Granulite. Get to know more information about Quartzite and Granulite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Quartzite and Granulite

The history of Quartzite and Granulite 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 Granulite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Quartzite and Granulite

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

For Quartzite,

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

For Granulite,

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