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Jadeitite and Soapstone Definition

1 Definition
1.1 Definition
Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains
It is a metamorphic magnesium rich rock because it is composed of the mineral talc
1.2 History
1.2.1 Origin
Unknown
USA
1.2.2 Discoverer
Unknown
Unknown
1.3 Etymology
From pyroxene mineral jadeite
From 17th century, because of its greasy feel and use like a soap
1.4 Class
Metamorphic Rocks
Metamorphic Rocks
1.4.1 Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock
Durable Rock, Soft 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 Soapstone

The general Jadeitite and Soapstone definition can be stated as: Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains. On the other hand, It is a metamorphic magnesium rich rock because it is composed of the mineral talc. Along with definition of Jadeitite and Soapstone, get to know about Properties of Jadeitite and Soapstone. Get to know more information about Jadeitite and Soapstone origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Jadeitite and Soapstone

The history of Jadeitite and Soapstone 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 Soapstone Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Jadeitite and Soapstone

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

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