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Jadeitite and Phonolite Definition

1 Definition
1.1 Definition
Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains
Phonolite is an uncommon extrusive igneous rock volcanic rock of intermediate chemical composition between felsic and mafic
1.2 History
1.2.1 Origin
Unknown
Unknown
1.2.2 Discoverer
Unknown
Unknown
1.3 Etymology
From pyroxene mineral jadeite
From the Greek meaning sounding stone because of the metallic sound it produces if an unfractured plate is hit
1.4 Class
Metamorphic Rocks
Igneous Rocks
1.4.1 Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock
1.5 Family
1.5.1 Group
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
1.6 Other Categories
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock

Definition of Jadeitite and Phonolite

The general Jadeitite and Phonolite definition can be stated as: Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains. On the other hand, Phonolite is an uncommon extrusive igneous rock volcanic rock of intermediate chemical composition between felsic and mafic. Along with definition of Jadeitite and Phonolite, get to know about Properties of Jadeitite and Phonolite. Get to know more information about Jadeitite and Phonolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Jadeitite and Phonolite

The history of Jadeitite and Phonolite 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 Phonolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Jadeitite and Phonolite

Along with Jadeitite and Phonolite definition, know more about the etymology of Jadeitite and Phonolite. Etymology of Jadeitite and Phonolite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Jadeitite and Formation of Phonolite. The etymology of Jadeitite is From pyroxene mineral jadeite while that of Phonolite 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 Phonolite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Jadeitite and Phonolite 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 Phonolite,

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