Quartzite and Jasperoid Definition

Definition of Quartzite and Jasperoid

The general Quartzite and Jasperoid 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, Jasperoid is a rare, peculiar type of metasomatic alteration of rocks. Along with definition of Quartzite and Jasperoid, get to know about Properties of Quartzite and Jasperoid. Get to know more information about Quartzite and Jasperoid origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Quartzite and Jasperoid

The history of Quartzite and Jasperoid 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 Jasperoid Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Quartzite and Jasperoid

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

For Quartzite,

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

For Jasperoid,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock