Jadeitite and Wehrlite Definition

Definition of Jadeitite and Wehrlite

The general Jadeitite and Wehrlite definition can be stated as: Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains. On the other hand, Wehrlite is an ultramafic and ultrabasic rock that is a mixture of olivine and clinopyroxene. It is a subdivision of the peridotites. Along with definition of Jadeitite and Wehrlite, get to know about Properties of Jadeitite and Wehrlite. Get to know more information about Jadeitite and Wehrlite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Jadeitite and Wehrlite

The history of Jadeitite and Wehrlite 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 Wehrlite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Jadeitite and Wehrlite

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

For Jadeitite,

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

For Wehrlite,

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