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Jadeitite and Scoria Definition

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1 Definition
1.1 Definition
Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains
Scoria is a dark-colored extrusive igneous rock with abundant round bubble-like cavities
1.2 History
1.2.1 Origin
Unknown
Unknown
1.2.2 Discoverer
Unknown
Unknown
1.3 Etymology
From pyroxene mineral jadeite
From late Middle English (denoting slag from molten metal), from Greek skōria refuse, from skōr dung
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
Volcanic
1.6 Other Categories
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock

Definition of Jadeitite and Scoria

The general Jadeitite and Scoria definition can be stated as: Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains. On the other hand, Scoria is a dark-colored extrusive igneous rock with abundant round bubble-like cavities. Along with definition of Jadeitite and Scoria, get to know about Properties of Jadeitite and Scoria. Get to know more information about Jadeitite and Scoria origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Jadeitite and Scoria

The history of Jadeitite and Scoria 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 Scoria Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Jadeitite and Scoria

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

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