Vogesite and Jadeitite Definition

Definition of Vogesite and Jadeitite

The general Vogesite and Jadeitite definition can be stated as: Vogesite is a porphyritic alkaline igneous rock and is a variety of Lamprophyre which is dominated by essential amphibole, usually hornblende, and potassic feldspar. On the other hand, Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains. Along with definition of Vogesite and Jadeitite, get to know about Properties of Vogesite and Jadeitite. Get to know more information about Vogesite and Jadeitite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Vogesite and Jadeitite

The history of Vogesite and Jadeitite 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.

Vogesite and Jadeitite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Vogesite and Jadeitite

Along with Vogesite and Jadeitite definition, know more about the etymology of Vogesite and Jadeitite. Etymology of Vogesite and Jadeitite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Vogesite and Formation of Jadeitite. The etymology of Vogesite is From the variety of Lamprophyre Greek lampros bright and shining + porphureos purple while that of Jadeitite is From the variety of Lamprophyre Greek lampros bright and shining + porphureos purple. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Vogesite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Jadeitite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Vogesite and Jadeitite are listed below.

For Vogesite,

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

For Jadeitite,

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