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Greenstone, also known as greenschist, is a non layered metamorphic rock derived from basalt, gabbro or similar rocks containing sodium-rich plagioclase feldspar, chlorite, epidote and quartz. Chlorite and epidote give the green color. New Zealand Jade or Greenstone ( Pounamu in Maori ) comes in four main types:
Kawakawa, Kahurangi and Inanga are Nephrite or Calcium Magnesium Silicate.
Tangiwai is Bowenite or Iron Magnesium Silicate.
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Where do you find greenstone?
Greenstones are formed where lava is extruded under water, generally in the ocean.
What is the maori name for greenstone?
Generally speaking, Greenstone = Pounamu But...... Finest Greenstone = Kairangi Pale Greenstone = Auhunga Semi-Transparetn Greenstone = Tongarewa Speckeld Greenstone = Kutukutu Streaked Greenstone = Tōtōeka Transparent Greenstone = Tangiwai Whitish Greenstone = Inanga
What type of rock is greenstone?
Greenstone is the rock that has characteristics of both igneous and metamorphic rock.When you break this rock you will see the basaltic composition but it is formed when a basalt is subjected to a different temperature and pressure.
Is a greenstone a plant?
no.it is a stone(hints greenstone)
What is greenstone used for?
Greenstone Pounamu is used as jewelery and to make tools and weapons.
Is greenstone rare?
NO
What is the first national branch code for greenstone mall?
FIRNZAJJ Is the swift code for Greenstone mall
How do you get greenstone?
you buy it or found it
What is the protolith for greenstone?
diarreah
What is the airport code for Geraldton - Greenstone Regional - Airport?
The airport code for Geraldton - Greenstone Regional - Airport is YGQ.
What has the author Joan Greenstone written?
Joan Greenstone has written: 'Kinship support for black and white unmarried adolescent mothers'
Where is greenstone mainly found?
Greenland
