Jadeitite and Nephelinite Definition

Definition of Jadeitite and Nephelinite

The general Jadeitite and Nephelinite definition can be stated as: Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains. On the other hand, Nephelinite is a fine-grained or aphanitic igneous rock made up almost entirely of nepheline and clinopyroxene (variety augite).. Along with definition of Jadeitite and Nephelinite, get to know about Properties of Jadeitite and Nephelinite. Get to know more information about Jadeitite and Nephelinite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Jadeitite and Nephelinite

The history of Jadeitite and Nephelinite 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 Nephelinite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Jadeitite and Nephelinite

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

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