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no like string quartets as in 2 violins, viola, and cello, 4 movements.
I don't think you can call them string quartets. You can call it say: "Inspiration FOR string quartet"
But a string quartet, the actual format is in symphonic form and has 4 movements.
Again, I will listen...I'm at school now though  .... 
later,
Nico
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Well, Not exactly. A quartet is simply writing for four instruments. A string quartet is writing for four string instruments. Most early composers did use movements but it isn't a requirement. It is a string quartet, just like a string trio is three instruments.
Altough there is a secondary definition. It is a composition for such groups of instruments. If using the 2nd def, then you will probably be talking about movements. However, again, a string quartet is simply 4 string instruments.