Definition
Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains
An iron rich extrusive rock found as a member of the alkali basalt magma series
History
Origin
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Isle of Mull, Scotland
Discoverer
Unknown
Ben More
Etymology
From pyroxene mineral jadeite
From the name of discoverer, Ben More
Class
Metamorphic Rocks
Igneous Rocks
Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock
Family
Group
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Volcanic
Other Categories
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock