Quartzite and Nephelinite Definition

Definition of Quartzite and Nephelinite

The general Quartzite and Nephelinite 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, Nephelinite is a fine-grained or aphanitic igneous rock made up almost entirely of nepheline and clinopyroxene (variety augite).. Along with definition of Quartzite and Nephelinite, get to know about Properties of Quartzite and Nephelinite. Get to know more information about Quartzite and Nephelinite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Quartzite and Nephelinite

The history of Quartzite and Nephelinite 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 Nephelinite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Quartzite and Nephelinite

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

For Quartzite,

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

For Nephelinite,

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