Jadeitite and Charnockite Definition

Definition of Jadeitite and Charnockite

The general Jadeitite and Charnockite definition can be stated as: Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains. On the other hand, Charnockite is a variety of granite containing minerals like orthopyroxene, quartz, and feldspar. Along with definition of Jadeitite and Charnockite, get to know about Properties of Jadeitite and Charnockite. Get to know more information about Jadeitite and Charnockite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Jadeitite and Charnockite

The history of Jadeitite and Charnockite 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 Charnockite Origin and Discoverer

Jadeitite and Charnockite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Jadeitite and Charnockite. In this section, you will know about Jadeitite and Charnockite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Jadeitite is Unknown whereas Origin of Charnockite is Tamil Nadu, India. It is interesting to know the name of Jadeitite and Charnockite discoverer. The Discoverer of Jadeitite is Unknown and the discoverer of Charnockite is T. H. Holland.

Etymology of Jadeitite and Charnockite

Along with Jadeitite and Charnockite definition, know more about the etymology of Jadeitite and Charnockite. Etymology of Jadeitite and Charnockite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Jadeitite and Formation of Charnockite. The etymology of Jadeitite is From pyroxene mineral jadeite while that of Charnockite 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 Charnockite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Jadeitite and Charnockite 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 Charnockite,

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