Quartzite and Harzburgite Definition

Definition of Quartzite and Harzburgite

The general Quartzite and Harzburgite 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, Harzburgite is a plutonic rock of the peridotite group consisting largely of orthopyroxene and olivine. Along with definition of Quartzite and Harzburgite, get to know about Properties of Quartzite and Harzburgite. Get to know more information about Quartzite and Harzburgite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Quartzite and Harzburgite

The history of Quartzite and Harzburgite 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 Harzburgite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Quartzite and Harzburgite

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

For Quartzite,

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

For Harzburgite,

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