The general Quartzite and Marble 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, Marble is a non-foliated metamorphic rock which is composed of recrystallized carbonate which is formed when limestone is exposed to high temperatures and pressures over a long time. Along with definition of Quartzite and Marble, get to know about Properties of Quartzite and Marble. Get to know more information about Quartzite and Marble origin and discoverer, etymology and class.
The history of Quartzite and Marble 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 Marble definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Quartzite and Marble. In this section, you will know about Quartzite and Marble Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Quartzite is Unknown whereas Origin of Marble is Egypt. It is interesting to know the name of Quartzite and Marble discoverer. The discoverer of Quartzite and Marble are Unknown.
Along with Quartzite and Marble definition, know more about the etymology of Quartzite and Marble. Etymology of Quartzite and Marble gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Quartzite and Formation of Marble. The etymology of Quartzite is From quartz + -ite while that of Marble 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 and Marble belong to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Quartzite and Marble are listed below.
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