Quartzite and Pantellerite Definition

Definition of Quartzite and Pantellerite

The general Quartzite and Pantellerite 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, Pantellerite is a peralkaline rhyolite. It has a higher iron and lower aluminium composition than comendite. Along with definition of Quartzite and Pantellerite, get to know about Properties of Quartzite and Pantellerite. Get to know more information about Quartzite and Pantellerite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Quartzite and Pantellerite

The history of Quartzite and Pantellerite 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 Pantellerite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Quartzite and Pantellerite

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

For Quartzite,

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

For Pantellerite,

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