Jadeitite and Felsite Definition

Definition of Jadeitite and Felsite

The general Jadeitite and Felsite definition can be stated as: Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains. On the other hand, Felsite is a very fine grained volcanic rock that may or may not contain larger crystals and light colored rock that typically requires petrographic examination or chemical analysis for more precise definition. Along with definition of Jadeitite and Felsite, get to know about Properties of Jadeitite and Felsite. Get to know more information about Jadeitite and Felsite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Jadeitite and Felsite

The history of Jadeitite and Felsite 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.

Jadeitite and Felsite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Jadeitite and Felsite

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

For Jadeitite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock

For Felsite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock