Quartzite and Migmatite Definition

Definition of Quartzite and Migmatite

The general Quartzite and Migmatite 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, Migmatite is typically a granitic rock within a metamorphic host rock which is composed of two intermingled but distinguishable components. Along with definition of Quartzite and Migmatite, get to know about Properties of Quartzite and Migmatite. Get to know more information about Quartzite and Migmatite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Quartzite and Migmatite

The history of Quartzite and Migmatite 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 Migmatite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Quartzite and Migmatite

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

For Quartzite,

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

For Migmatite,

• 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