Taconite and Jaspillite Definition

Definition of Taconite and Jaspillite

The general Taconite and Jaspillite definition can be stated as: Taconite is a low-grade iron ore which belongs to sedimentary rock and containing about 27% iron and 51% silica. On the other hand, Jaspillite is an iron rich chemically formed rock which is common in banded iron formation rocks. Along with definition of Taconite and Jaspillite, get to know about Properties of Taconite and Jaspillite. Get to know more information about Taconite and Jaspillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Taconite and Jaspillite

The history of Taconite and Jaspillite 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.

Taconite and Jaspillite Origin and Discoverer

Taconite and Jaspillite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Taconite and Jaspillite. In this section, you will know about Taconite and Jaspillite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Taconite and Jaspillite are Western Australia, Minnesota. It is interesting to know the name of Taconite and Jaspillite discoverer. The Discoverer of Taconite is Newton Horace Winchell and the discoverer of Jaspillite is Unknown.

Etymology of Taconite and Jaspillite

Along with Taconite and Jaspillite definition, know more about the etymology of Taconite and Jaspillite. Etymology of Taconite and Jaspillite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Taconite and Formation of Jaspillite. The etymology of Taconite is From the name of Taconic Mountains in New England while that of Jaspillite is From the name of Taconic Mountains in New England. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Taconite and Jaspillite belong to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Taconite and Jaspillite are listed below.

For Taconite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock

For Jaspillite,

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