Granodiorite and Jadeitite Definition

Definition of Granodiorite and Jadeitite

The general Granodiorite and Jadeitite definition can be stated as: Granodiorite is a coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock containing quartz and plagioclase, and which has composition in between granite and diorite. On the other hand, Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains. Along with definition of Granodiorite and Jadeitite, get to know about Properties of Granodiorite and Jadeitite. Get to know more information about Granodiorite and Jadeitite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Granodiorite and Jadeitite

The history of Granodiorite 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.

Granodiorite and Jadeitite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Granodiorite and Jadeitite

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

For Granodiorite,

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