Quartzite and Whiteschist Definition

Definition of Quartzite and Whiteschist

The general Quartzite and Whiteschist 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, Whiteschist is an uncommon rock type belonging to a class of metamorphic rock, this is formed at high-ultra-high pressures. Along with definition of Quartzite and Whiteschist, get to know about Properties of Quartzite and Whiteschist. Get to know more information about Quartzite and Whiteschist origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Quartzite and Whiteschist

The history of Quartzite and Whiteschist 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 Whiteschist Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Quartzite and Whiteschist

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

For Quartzite,

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

For Whiteschist,

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