Dunite and Jadeitite Definition

Definition of Dunite and Jadeitite

The general Dunite and Jadeitite definition can be stated as: Dunite is a green to brownish coarse-grained igneous rock mainly consisting of olivine. On the other hand, Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains. Along with definition of Dunite and Jadeitite, get to know about Properties of Dunite and Jadeitite. Get to know more information about Dunite and Jadeitite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Dunite and Jadeitite

The history of Dunite 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.

Dunite and Jadeitite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Dunite and Jadeitite

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

For Dunite,

• 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