Vogesite and Quartzite Definition

Definition of Vogesite and Quartzite

The general Vogesite and Quartzite definition can be stated as: Vogesite is a porphyritic alkaline igneous rock and is a variety of Lamprophyre which is dominated by essential amphibole, usually hornblende, and potassic feldspar. On the other hand, Quartzite is a non-foliated metamorphic rock that forms by the metamorphism of pure quartz Sandstone. Along with definition of Vogesite and Quartzite, get to know about Properties of Vogesite and Quartzite. Get to know more information about Vogesite and Quartzite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Vogesite and Quartzite

The history of Vogesite 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.

Vogesite and Quartzite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Vogesite and Quartzite

Along with Vogesite and Quartzite definition, know more about the etymology of Vogesite and Quartzite. Etymology of Vogesite and Quartzite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Vogesite and Formation of Quartzite. The etymology of Vogesite is From the variety of Lamprophyre Greek lampros bright and shining + porphureos purple while that of Quartzite is From the variety of Lamprophyre Greek lampros bright and shining + porphureos purple. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Vogesite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Quartzite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Vogesite and Quartzite are listed below.

For Vogesite,

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