Websterite and Jadeitite Definition

Definition of Websterite and Jadeitite

The general Websterite and Jadeitite definition can be stated as: Websterite is ultramafic and ultrabasic rock that consists of roughly equal proportions of orthopyroxene and clinopyroxene. It is a special type of pyroxenite.. On the other hand, Jadeitite is a metamorphic rock usually found in blueschist grade metamorphic terrains. Along with definition of Websterite and Jadeitite, get to know about Properties of Websterite and Jadeitite. Get to know more information about Websterite and Jadeitite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Websterite and Jadeitite

The history of Websterite and Jadeitite 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.

Websterite and Jadeitite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Websterite and Jadeitite

Along with Websterite and Jadeitite definition, know more about the etymology of Websterite and Jadeitite. Etymology of Websterite and Jadeitite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Websterite and Formation of Jadeitite. The etymology of Websterite is From the town of Webster located in North Carolina while that of Jadeitite is From the town of Webster located in North Carolina. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Websterite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Jadeitite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Websterite and Jadeitite are listed below.

For Websterite,

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

For Jadeitite,

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