Quartzite and Rhyolite Definition

Definition of Quartzite and Rhyolite

The general Quartzite and Rhyolite 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, Rhyolite is a fine-grained igneous rock which is rich in silica. Along with definition of Quartzite and Rhyolite, get to know about Properties of Quartzite and Rhyolite. Get to know more information about Quartzite and Rhyolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Quartzite and Rhyolite

The history of Quartzite and Rhyolite 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 Rhyolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Quartzite and Rhyolite

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

For Quartzite,

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

For Rhyolite,

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