Quartzite and Tonalite Definition

Definition of Quartzite and Tonalite

The general Quartzite and Tonalite 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, Tonalite is a coarse-grained plutonic rock consisting mainly of sodic plagioclase, quartz, and hornblende or other mafic minerals with phaneritic texture. Along with definition of Quartzite and Tonalite, get to know about Properties of Quartzite and Tonalite. Get to know more information about Quartzite and Tonalite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Quartzite and Tonalite

The history of Quartzite and Tonalite 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 Tonalite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Quartzite and Tonalite

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

For Quartzite,

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

For Tonalite,

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