Jadeitite and Skarn Definition

Definition of Jadeitite and Skarn

The general Jadeitite and Skarn definition can be stated as: Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains. On the other hand, Skarns are formed during regional or contact metamorphism and from a variety of metasomatic processes involving fluids of magmatic, metamorphic, and/or marine origin. Along with definition of Jadeitite and Skarn, get to know about Properties of Jadeitite and Skarn. Get to know more information about Jadeitite and Skarn origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Jadeitite and Skarn

The history of Jadeitite and Skarn 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 Skarn Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Jadeitite and Skarn

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

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