Websterite and Quartzite Definition

Definition of Websterite and Quartzite

The general Websterite and Quartzite definition can be stated as: Websterite is ultramafic and ultrabasic rock that consists of roughly equal proportions of orthopyroxene and clinopyroxene. It is a special type of pyroxenite.. On the other hand, Quartzite is a non-foliated metamorphic rock that forms by the metamorphism of pure quartz Sandstone. Along with definition of Websterite and Quartzite, get to know about Properties of Websterite and Quartzite. Get to know more information about Websterite and Quartzite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Websterite and Quartzite

The history of Websterite 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.

Websterite and Quartzite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Websterite and Quartzite

Along with Websterite and Quartzite definition, know more about the etymology of Websterite and Quartzite. Etymology of Websterite and Quartzite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Websterite and Formation of Quartzite. The etymology of Websterite is From the town of Webster located in North Carolina while that of Quartzite is From the town of Webster located in North Carolina. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Websterite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Quartzite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Websterite and Quartzite are listed below.

For Websterite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse 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