Quartzite and Trachyandesite Definition

Definition of Quartzite and Trachyandesite

The general Quartzite and Trachyandesite 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, Trachyandesite is an extrusive igneous rock.. Along with definition of Quartzite and Trachyandesite, get to know about Properties of Quartzite and Trachyandesite. Get to know more information about Quartzite and Trachyandesite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Quartzite and Trachyandesite

The history of Quartzite and Trachyandesite 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 Trachyandesite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Quartzite and Trachyandesite

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

For Quartzite,

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

For Trachyandesite,

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