quartzite

UK
/ˈkwɔːtsaɪt/
US
/ˈkwɔrtsaɪt/

Übersetzungen

quartziteadjektiv
UK
/ˈkwɔːtsaɪt/
US
/ˈkwɔrtsaɪt/
Used attributively before nouns to indicate that something is made of or related to quartzite; generally non-gradable.
quartzitesubstantiv
quartzites
Pl.
Quartzite is a hard, non-foliated metamorphic rock.
Кварцит - это твердая, неслоистая метаморфическая порода.
Synonyme
quartzite rock
quartzite stone
siliceous rock

Definitionen

quartziteadjektiv
Made of, containing, or relating to quartzite.
The hikers followed a narrow path along a rugged quartzite ridge.
quartzitesubstantiv
A hard, metamorphic rock which was originally sandstone, characterized by its high quartz content and used in construction and for decorative purposes.
The countertops in the kitchen were made of quartzite, giving them a durable and elegant finish.