Jadeitite and Picrite Definition

Definition of Jadeitite and Picrite

The general Jadeitite and Picrite definition can be stated as: Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains. On the other hand, Picrite is a variety of high-magnesium olivine basalt that is very rich in the mineral olivine. Along with definition of Jadeitite and Picrite, get to know about Properties of Jadeitite and Picrite. Get to know more information about Jadeitite and Picrite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Jadeitite and Picrite

The history of Jadeitite and Picrite 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 Picrite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Jadeitite and Picrite

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

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