Quartzite and Taconite Definition

Definition of Quartzite and Taconite

The general Quartzite and Taconite 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, Taconite is a low-grade iron ore which belongs to sedimentary rock and containing about 27% iron and 51% silica. Along with definition of Quartzite and Taconite, get to know about Properties of Quartzite and Taconite. Get to know more information about Quartzite and Taconite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Quartzite and Taconite

The history of Quartzite and Taconite 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 Taconite Origin and Discoverer

Quartzite and Taconite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Quartzite and Taconite. In this section, you will know about Quartzite and Taconite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Quartzite is whereas Origin of Taconite is Western Australia, Minnesota. It is interesting to know the name of Quartzite and Taconite discoverer. The Discoverer of Quartzite is Unknown and the discoverer of Taconite is Newton Horace Winchell.

Etymology of Quartzite and Taconite

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

For Quartzite,

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

For Taconite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group:
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock