Jadeitite and Dunite Definition

Definition of Jadeitite and Dunite

The general Jadeitite and Dunite definition can be stated as: Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains. On the other hand, Dunite is a green to brownish coarse-grained igneous rock mainly consisting of olivine. Along with definition of Jadeitite and Dunite, get to know about Properties of Jadeitite and Dunite. Get to know more information about Jadeitite and Dunite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Jadeitite and Dunite

The history of Jadeitite and Dunite 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 Dunite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Jadeitite and Dunite

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

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