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quartzite  

Definition

  • A sandstone that has been converted into a solid quartz rock. Unlike sandstones, quartzites are free from pores and have a smooth fracture. Used to produce lithics.

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Source

  • https://www.britannica.com/science/quartzite

Editorial note

  • 3.17

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https://vocabs.acdh.oeaw.ac.at/defcthesaurus/quartzite/5.8

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