Slate and Quartzite Definition

Definition of Slate and Quartzite

The general Slate and Quartzite definition can be stated as: Slate is a fine-grained, foliated, homogeneous metamorphic rock derived from an original shale-type sedimentary rock composed of clay or volcanic ash through low-grade regional metamorphism. On the other hand, Quartzite is a non-foliated metamorphic rock that forms by the metamorphism of pure quartz Sandstone. Along with definition of Slate and Quartzite, get to know about Properties of Slate and Quartzite. Get to know more information about Slate and Quartzite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Slate and Quartzite

The history of Slate 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.

Slate and Quartzite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Slate and Quartzite

Along with Slate and Quartzite definition, know more about the etymology of Slate and Quartzite. Etymology of Slate and Quartzite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Slate and Formation of Quartzite. The etymology of Slate is From Old French esclate, from esclat (French éclat) while that of Quartzite is From Old French esclate, from esclat (French éclat). The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Slate and Quartzite belong to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Slate and Quartzite are listed below.

For Slate,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness 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