Anorthosite and Jadeitite Definition

Definition of Anorthosite and Jadeitite

The general Anorthosite and Jadeitite definition can be stated as: Anorthosite is a granular igneous rock composed largely of labradorite or plagioclase. On the other hand, Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains. Along with definition of Anorthosite and Jadeitite, get to know about Properties of Anorthosite and Jadeitite. Get to know more information about Anorthosite and Jadeitite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Anorthosite and Jadeitite

The history of Anorthosite 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.

Anorthosite and Jadeitite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Anorthosite and Jadeitite

Along with Anorthosite and Jadeitite definition, know more about the etymology of Anorthosite and Jadeitite. Etymology of Anorthosite and Jadeitite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Anorthosite and Formation of Jadeitite. The etymology of Anorthosite is From French anorthose plagioclase + -ite1 while that of Jadeitite is From French anorthose plagioclase + -ite1. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Anorthosite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Jadeitite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Anorthosite and Jadeitite are listed below.

For Anorthosite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse 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