Quartzite and Tuff Definition

Definition of Quartzite and Tuff

The general Quartzite and Tuff 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, Tuff is a type of rock made of volcanic ash ejected from a vent during a volcanic eruption. Along with definition of Quartzite and Tuff, get to know about Properties of Quartzite and Tuff. Get to know more information about Quartzite and Tuff origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Quartzite and Tuff

The history of Quartzite and Tuff 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 Tuff Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Quartzite and Tuff

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

For Quartzite,

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

For Tuff,

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