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Jadeitite and Itacolumite Definition

1 Definition
1.1 Definition
Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains
A yellow sandstone which is flexible when cut into thin strips
1.2 History
1.2.1 Origin
Unknown
Unknown
1.2.2 Discoverer
Unknown
Unknown
1.3 Etymology
From pyroxene mineral jadeite
From the name of a mountain range where it was found; Itacolumi mountain in Brazil
1.4 Class
Metamorphic Rocks
Sedimentary Rocks
1.4.1 Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock
Durable Rock, Hard Rock
1.5 Family
1.5.1 Group
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
1.6 Other Categories
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock
Coarse Grained Rock, Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock

Definition of Jadeitite and Itacolumite

The general Jadeitite and Itacolumite definition can be stated as: Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains. On the other hand, A yellow sandstone which is flexible when cut into thin strips. Along with definition of Jadeitite and Itacolumite, get to know about Properties of Jadeitite and Itacolumite. Get to know more information about Jadeitite and Itacolumite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Jadeitite and Itacolumite

The history of Jadeitite and Itacolumite 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 Itacolumite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Jadeitite and Itacolumite

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

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