Jadeitite and Nepheline Syenite Definition

Definition of Jadeitite and Nepheline Syenite

The general Jadeitite and Nepheline Syenite definition can be stated as: Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains. On the other hand, Nepheline Syenite is a holocrystalline plutonic rock resembling syenite but containing nepheline and lacking quartz. Along with definition of Jadeitite and Nepheline Syenite, get to know about Properties of Jadeitite and Nepheline Syenite. Get to know more information about Jadeitite and Nepheline Syenite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Jadeitite and Nepheline Syenite

The history of Jadeitite and Nepheline Syenite 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 Nepheline Syenite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Jadeitite and Nepheline Syenite

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

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