Jadeitite and Anorthosite Definition

Definition of Jadeitite and Anorthosite

The general Jadeitite and Anorthosite definition can be stated as: Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains. On the other hand, Anorthosite is a granular igneous rock composed largely of labradorite or plagioclase. Along with definition of Jadeitite and Anorthosite, get to know about Properties of Jadeitite and Anorthosite. Get to know more information about Jadeitite and Anorthosite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Jadeitite and Anorthosite

The history of Jadeitite and Anorthosite 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.

Jadeitite and Anorthosite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Jadeitite and Anorthosite

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

For Jadeitite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock

For Anorthosite,

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