1 Definition
1.1 Definition
Jasperoid is a rare, peculiar type of metasomatic alteration of rocks
1.2 History
1.2.1 Origin
USA
1.2.2 Discoverer
Unknown
1.3 Etymology
From silica, the main mineral content of Jasperoid
1.4 Class
Sedimentary Rocks
1.4.1 Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock
1.5 Family
1.5.1 Group
Not Applicable
1.6 Other Categories
Coarse Grained Rock, Fine Grained Rock, Medium Grained Rock, Opaque Rock