Jadeitite and Dolomite Definition

Definition of Jadeitite and Dolomite

The general Jadeitite and Dolomite definition can be stated as: Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains. On the other hand, Dolomite is a sedimentary rock containing more than 50 percent of the mineral dolomite by weight. Along with definition of Jadeitite and Dolomite, get to know about Properties of Jadeitite and Dolomite. Get to know more information about Jadeitite and Dolomite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Jadeitite and Dolomite

The history of Jadeitite and Dolomite 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 Dolomite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Jadeitite and Dolomite

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

For Jadeitite,

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

For Dolomite,

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