Andesite and Jadeitite Definition

Definition of Andesite and Jadeitite

The general Andesite and Jadeitite definition can be stated as: Andesite is a dark, fine-grained, brown or greyish intermediate volcanic rock which is a commonly found in lava. On the other hand, Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains. Along with definition of Andesite and Jadeitite, get to know about Properties of Andesite and Jadeitite. Get to know more information about Andesite and Jadeitite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Andesite and Jadeitite

The history of Andesite 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.

Andesite and Jadeitite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Andesite and Jadeitite

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

For Andesite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: 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