Quartzite and Suevite Definition

Definition of Quartzite and Suevite

The general Quartzite and Suevite 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, During the impact melted material forming a breccia containing glass and crystal or lithic fragments together form Suevite rock.. Along with definition of Quartzite and Suevite, get to know about Properties of Quartzite and Suevite. Get to know more information about Quartzite and Suevite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Quartzite and Suevite

The history of Quartzite and Suevite 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 Suevite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Quartzite and Suevite

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

For Quartzite,

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

For Suevite,

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