Jadeitite and Obsidian Definition

Definition of Jadeitite and Obsidian

The general Jadeitite and Obsidian definition can be stated as: Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains. On the other hand, Obsidian is a naturally occurring volcanic glass formed as an extrusive igneous rock. It is produced when felsic lava extruded from a volcano cools rapidly with minimum crystal growth. Along with definition of Jadeitite and Obsidian, get to know about Properties of Jadeitite and Obsidian. Get to know more information about Jadeitite and Obsidian origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Jadeitite and Obsidian

The history of Jadeitite and Obsidian 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 Obsidian Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Jadeitite and Obsidian

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

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