Jadeitite and Chert Definition

Definition of Jadeitite and Chert

The general Jadeitite and Chert definition can be stated as: Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains. On the other hand, Chert is a hard, dark, opaque sedimentary rock which is composed of silica with an amorphous fine-grained texture. Along with definition of Jadeitite and Chert, get to know about Properties of Jadeitite and Chert. Get to know more information about Jadeitite and Chert origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Jadeitite and Chert

The history of Jadeitite and Chert 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 Chert Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Jadeitite and Chert

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

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