| Title | क्वार्टजाइट - Kvarṭajāiṭa (Quartzite)क्वार्टजाइट Kvarṭajāiṭa |
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| Description | Quartzite is a metamorphic rock composed primarily of quartz. It exhibits high compressive strength (100-200 MPa), low porosity (0.5-3%), and a Mohs hardness of 7. Used for structural elements and paving due to its durability and resistance to weathering. |
| Tags | क्वार्टजाइट Kvarṭajāiṭa Metamorphic Quartz Hard Stone Quartzite Durable |
| Material ID | INHFMAT-947160061-20-11-25-KA |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/material/quartzite |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/materials/quartzite |
| Total Sites | 3 |
| Primary Sites | 3 |
| Created | November 20, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 20, 2025 |
| Types | Metamorphic Rock Quartz-rich Rock |
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| Regions | Rajasthan Haryana Madhya Pradesh Karnataka |
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| Time Periods | Medieval Period CE Ancient times Ancient Period |
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| Dynasties | Rajput |
| Sources | Local quarries in Haryana and Rajasthan Rajasthan quarries specific geographic sources Local quarries in Rajasthan and Haryana |
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| Properties | Compressive strength: 100-200 MPa Porosity: 0.5-3% Specific gravity: 2.6-2.7 g/cm³ Thermal expansion coefficient: 12 x 10⁻⁶ /°C Compressive strength: Up to 200 MPa Density: 2.6-2.7 g/cm³ Porosity: <1% High abrasion resistance |
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| Uses | Foundation stones Load-bearing walls Paving stones Steps Paving Wall cladding Roofing Decorative aggregate Wall facing |
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| Materials | चूना - Chunā (Lime Mortar) बलुआ पत्थर - Baluā Patthar (Sandstone) सुरखी - Surkhi (Brick Dust) बालू - Bālū (Sand) |
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| Styles | Nagara architecture style Regional architecture Temple architecture Rajput architecture style |
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| Categories | Temple Fort Public buildings |
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| Notes |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
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| Geological Survey of India Publications | Report | Geological properties of quartzite |
| Site Name | Status | Usage | Confidence |
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| Dhosi Hill Temples Narnaul | Primary | 100% | |
| Hoysaleswara Temple Halebidu | Primary | 100% | |
| Kumbhalgarh Fort Rajsamand | Primary | 100% |