Quartzite and Lherzolite Definition

Definition of Quartzite and Lherzolite

The general Quartzite and Lherzolite 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, Lherzolite is a type of ultramafic igneous rock which contains essential olivine and clinopyroxene and orthopyroxene in equal proportions. Along with definition of Quartzite and Lherzolite, get to know about Properties of Quartzite and Lherzolite. Get to know more information about Quartzite and Lherzolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Quartzite and Lherzolite

The history of Quartzite and Lherzolite 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 Lherzolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Quartzite and Lherzolite

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

For Quartzite,

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

For Lherzolite,

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