Siltstone and Quartzite Definition

Definition of Siltstone and Quartzite

The general Siltstone and Quartzite definition can be stated as: Siltstone can be defined as a fine-grained sedimentary rock which mainly consists of consolidated silt. On the other hand, Quartzite is a non-foliated metamorphic rock that forms by the metamorphism of pure quartz Sandstone. Along with definition of Siltstone and Quartzite, get to know about Properties of Siltstone and Quartzite. Get to know more information about Siltstone and Quartzite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Siltstone and Quartzite

The history of Siltstone and Quartzite 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.

Siltstone and Quartzite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Siltstone and Quartzite

Along with Siltstone and Quartzite definition, know more about the etymology of Siltstone and Quartzite. Etymology of Siltstone and Quartzite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Siltstone and Formation of Quartzite. The etymology of Siltstone is From English word silt and stone and from Proto-Indo-European root sal and stainaz while that of Quartzite is From English word silt and stone and from Proto-Indo-European root sal and stainaz. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Siltstone belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Quartzite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Siltstone and Quartzite are listed below.

For Siltstone,

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

For Quartzite,

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