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Jadeitite and Norite Definition


Norite and Jadeitite Definition


Definition

Definition
Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains   
Norite is a mafic intrusive igneous rock composed largely of the calcium-rich plagioclase labradorite, orthopyroxene, and olivine   

History
  
  

Origin
Unknown   
Norway   

Discoverer
Unknown   
Unknown   

Etymology
From pyroxene mineral jadeite   
From the Norwegian name for Norway, Norge   

Class
Metamorphic Rocks   
Igneous Rocks   

Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock   
Durable Rock, Hard Rock   

Family
  
  

Group
Not Applicable   
Plutonic   

Other Categories
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock   
Coarse Grained Rock, Opaque Rock   

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Definition of Jadeitite and Norite

The general Jadeitite and Norite definition can be stated as: Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains. On the other hand, Norite is a mafic intrusive igneous rock composed largely of the calcium-rich plagioclase labradorite, orthopyroxene, and olivine. Along with definition of Jadeitite and Norite, get to know about Properties of Jadeitite and Norite. Get to know more information about Jadeitite and Norite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

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History of Jadeitite and Norite

The history of Jadeitite and Norite 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 Norite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Jadeitite and Norite

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

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