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Jadeitite and Syenite Definition

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1 Definition
1.1 Definition
Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains
Syenite is a coarse-grained igneous rock which is composed mainly of alkali feldspar and various ferromagnesian minerals
1.2 History
1.2.1 Origin
Unknown
Unknown
1.2.2 Discoverer
Unknown
Unknown
1.3 Etymology
From pyroxene mineral jadeite
From French syénite, from Latin Syenites (lapis ) (stone) of Syene
1.4 Class
Metamorphic Rocks
Igneous 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
Plutonic
1.6 Other Categories
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock
Coarse Grained Rock, Fine Grained Rock, Medium Grained Rock, Opaque Rock

Definition of Jadeitite and Syenite

The general Jadeitite and Syenite definition can be stated as: Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains. On the other hand, Syenite is a coarse-grained igneous rock which is composed mainly of alkali feldspar and various ferromagnesian minerals. Along with definition of Jadeitite and Syenite, get to know about Properties of Jadeitite and Syenite. Get to know more information about Jadeitite and Syenite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Jadeitite and Syenite

The history of Jadeitite and Syenite 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 Syenite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Jadeitite and Syenite

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

  • Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
  • Group: Plutonic
  • Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock