Trondhjemite and Quartzite Definition

Definition of Trondhjemite and Quartzite

The general Trondhjemite and Quartzite definition can be stated as: Trondhjemite is a leucocratic (light-colored) intrusive igneous rock. It is a variety of tonalite in which the plagioclase is mostly in the form of oligoclase. Trondhjemites are sometimes known as plagiogranites.. On the other hand, Quartzite is a non-foliated metamorphic rock that forms by the metamorphism of pure quartz Sandstone. Along with definition of Trondhjemite and Quartzite, get to know about Properties of Trondhjemite and Quartzite. Get to know more information about Trondhjemite and Quartzite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Trondhjemite and Quartzite

The history of Trondhjemite 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.

Trondhjemite and Quartzite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Trondhjemite and Quartzite

Along with Trondhjemite and Quartzite definition, know more about the etymology of Trondhjemite and Quartzite. Etymology of Trondhjemite and Quartzite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Trondhjemite and Formation of Quartzite. The etymology of Trondhjemite is not available while that of Quartzite is not available. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Trondhjemite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Quartzite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Trondhjemite and Quartzite are listed below.

For Trondhjemite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock, Medium 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