Quartzite and Pseudotachylite Definition

Definition of Quartzite and Pseudotachylite

The general Quartzite and Pseudotachylite 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, Very fine grained fault rock which is composed of glassy matrix that often contains inclusions of wall-rock fragments.. Along with definition of Quartzite and Pseudotachylite, get to know about Properties of Quartzite and Pseudotachylite. Get to know more information about Quartzite and Pseudotachylite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Quartzite and Pseudotachylite

The history of Quartzite and Pseudotachylite 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 Pseudotachylite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Quartzite and Pseudotachylite

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

For Quartzite,

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

For Pseudotachylite,

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