Quartzite and Pegmatite Definition

Definition of Quartzite and Pegmatite

The general Quartzite and Pegmatite 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, Pegmatite rock is a holocrystalline, intrusive igneous rock which is composed of interlocking phaneritic crystals. Along with definition of Quartzite and Pegmatite, get to know about Properties of Quartzite and Pegmatite. Get to know more information about Quartzite and Pegmatite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Quartzite and Pegmatite

The history of Quartzite and Pegmatite 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 Pegmatite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Quartzite and Pegmatite

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

For Quartzite,

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

For Pegmatite,

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