Quartzite and Wackestone Definition

Definition of Quartzite and Wackestone

The general Quartzite and Wackestone 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, A carbonate rock which is matrix supported and contains over 10% allochems in a carbonate mud matrix.. Along with definition of Quartzite and Wackestone, get to know about Properties of Quartzite and Wackestone. Get to know more information about Quartzite and Wackestone origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Quartzite and Wackestone

The history of Quartzite and Wackestone 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 Wackestone Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Quartzite and Wackestone

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

For Quartzite,

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

For Wackestone,

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