Diamictite and Jadeitite Definition

Definition of Diamictite and Jadeitite

The general Diamictite and Jadeitite definition can be stated as: Diamictite is a sedimentary rock that consists of non-sorted to poorly sorted terrigenous sediment containing particles that range in size from clay to boulders, suspended in a matrix of mudstone or sandstone. On the other hand, Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains. Along with definition of Diamictite and Jadeitite, get to know about Properties of Diamictite and Jadeitite. Get to know more information about Diamictite and Jadeitite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Diamictite and Jadeitite

The history of Diamictite 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.

Diamictite and Jadeitite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Diamictite and Jadeitite

Along with Diamictite and Jadeitite definition, know more about the etymology of Diamictite and Jadeitite. Etymology of Diamictite and Jadeitite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Diamictite and Formation of Jadeitite. The etymology of Diamictite is From Greek dia through and meiktós or mixed while that of Jadeitite is From Greek dia through and meiktós or mixed. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Diamictite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Jadeitite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Diamictite and Jadeitite are listed below.

For Diamictite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• 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