Jadeitite and Gossan Definition

Definition of Jadeitite and Gossan

The general Jadeitite and Gossan definition can be stated as: Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains. On the other hand, Gossan is intensely oxidized, weathered or decomposed rock, usually the upper and exposed part of an ore deposit or mineral vein.. Along with definition of Jadeitite and Gossan, get to know about Properties of Jadeitite and Gossan. Get to know more information about Jadeitite and Gossan origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Jadeitite and Gossan

The history of Jadeitite and Gossan 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 Gossan Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Jadeitite and Gossan

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

For Jadeitite,

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

For Gossan,

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