Quartzite and Serpentinite Definition

Definition of Quartzite and Serpentinite

The general Quartzite and Serpentinite 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, A hydration and metamorphic transformation of ultramafic rock from the Earth's mantle is called as serpentinization, a group of minerals is formed by serpentinization compose rock 'serpentinite'.. Along with definition of Quartzite and Serpentinite, get to know about Properties of Quartzite and Serpentinite. Get to know more information about Quartzite and Serpentinite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Quartzite and Serpentinite

The history of Quartzite and Serpentinite 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 Serpentinite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Quartzite and Serpentinite

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

For Quartzite,

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

For Serpentinite,

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