Quartzite and Greywacke Definition

Definition of Quartzite and Greywacke

The general Quartzite and Greywacke 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, Greywacke is defined as a dark coarse-grained sandstone rock which contains more than 15 per cent clay. Along with definition of Quartzite and Greywacke, get to know about Properties of Quartzite and Greywacke. Get to know more information about Quartzite and Greywacke origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Quartzite and Greywacke

The history of Quartzite and Greywacke 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 Greywacke Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Quartzite and Greywacke

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

For Quartzite,

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

For Greywacke,

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