Quartzite and Wehrlite Definition

Definition of Quartzite and Wehrlite

The general Quartzite and Wehrlite 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, Wehrlite is an ultramafic and ultrabasic rock that is a mixture of olivine and clinopyroxene. It is a subdivision of the peridotites. Along with definition of Quartzite and Wehrlite, get to know about Properties of Quartzite and Wehrlite. Get to know more information about Quartzite and Wehrlite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Quartzite and Wehrlite

The history of Quartzite and Wehrlite 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 Wehrlite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Quartzite and Wehrlite

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

For Quartzite,

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

For Wehrlite,

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