Definition
Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains
Amphibolite can be defined as a granular metamorphic rock which mainly consist of hornblende and plagioclase
History
Origin
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Discoverer
Unknown
Alexandre Brongniart
Etymology
From pyroxene mineral jadeite
From Amphibole + -ite
Class
Metamorphic Rocks
Metamorphic Rocks
Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock
Durable Rock, Hard Rock
Family
Group
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Other Categories
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock
Coarse Grained Rock, Medium Grained Rock, Opaque Rock