Quartzite and Icelandite Definition

Definition of Quartzite and Icelandite

The general Quartzite and Icelandite 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, Icelandite belongs to volcanic igneous rocks which is rich in iron and belongs to andesite rock. Along with definition of Quartzite and Icelandite, get to know about Properties of Quartzite and Icelandite. Get to know more information about Quartzite and Icelandite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Quartzite and Icelandite

The history of Quartzite and Icelandite 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 Icelandite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Quartzite and Icelandite

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

For Quartzite,

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

For Icelandite,

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