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Jadeitite and Serpentinite Definition

1 Definition
1.1 Definition
Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains
A hydration and metamorphic transformation of ultramafic rock from the Earth's mantle is called as serpentinization, a group of minerals is formed by serpentinization compose rock 'serpentinite'.
1.2 History
1.2.1 Origin
Unknown
USA
1.2.2 Discoverer
Unknown
Unknown
1.3 Etymology
From pyroxene mineral jadeite
From English word serpentinization.
1.4 Class
Metamorphic Rocks
Metamorphic Rocks
1.4.1 Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock
1.5 Family
1.5.1 Group
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
1.6 Other Categories
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock

Definition of Jadeitite and Serpentinite

The general Jadeitite and Serpentinite definition can be stated as: Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains. On the other hand, A hydration and metamorphic transformation of ultramafic rock from the Earth's mantle is called as serpentinization, a group of minerals is formed by serpentinization compose rock 'serpentinite'.. Along with definition of Jadeitite and Serpentinite, get to know about Properties of Jadeitite and Serpentinite. Get to know more information about Jadeitite and Serpentinite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Jadeitite and Serpentinite

The history of Jadeitite and Serpentinite 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 Serpentinite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Jadeitite and Serpentinite

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

  • Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
  • Group: Not applicable
  • Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock