Hornfels and Jadeitite Definition

Definition of Hornfels and Jadeitite

The general Hornfels and Jadeitite definition can be stated as: Hornfels is a metamorphic rock formed by the contact between mudstone or other clay rich rock, and a hot igneous body, and represents a heat altered equivalent of the original rock. On the other hand, Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains. Along with definition of Hornfels and Jadeitite, get to know about Properties of Hornfels and Jadeitite. Get to know more information about Hornfels and Jadeitite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Hornfels and Jadeitite

The history of Hornfels 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.

Hornfels and Jadeitite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Hornfels and Jadeitite

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

For Hornfels,

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