Aplite and Jadeitite Definition

Definition of Aplite and Jadeitite

The general Aplite and Jadeitite definition can be stated as: Aplite is a fine-grained granite composed mainly of feldspar and quartz. On the other hand, Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains. Along with definition of Aplite and Jadeitite, get to know about Properties of Aplite and Jadeitite. Get to know more information about Aplite and Jadeitite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Aplite and Jadeitite

The history of Aplite 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.

Aplite and Jadeitite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Aplite and Jadeitite

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

For Aplite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• 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