Dolomite and Eclogite Definition

Definition of Dolomite and Eclogite

The general Dolomite and Eclogite definition can be stated as: Dolomite is a sedimentary rock containing more than 50 percent of the mineral dolomite by weight. On the other hand, Eclogite is an extreme metamorphic rock, formed by regional metamorphism of basalt rock under very high pressure and temperature. Along with definition of Dolomite and Eclogite, get to know about Properties of Dolomite and Eclogite. Get to know more information about Dolomite and Eclogite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Dolomite and Eclogite

The history of Dolomite and Eclogite 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.

Dolomite and Eclogite Origin and Discoverer

Dolomite and Eclogite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Dolomite and Eclogite. In this section, you will know about Dolomite and Eclogite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Dolomite is Southern Alps, France whereas Origin of Eclogite is Unknown. It is interesting to know the name of Dolomite and Eclogite discoverer. The Discoverer of Dolomite is Dolomieu and the discoverer of Eclogite is René Just Haüy.

Etymology of Dolomite and Eclogite

Along with Dolomite and Eclogite definition, know more about the etymology of Dolomite and Eclogite. Etymology of Dolomite and Eclogite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Dolomite and Formation of Eclogite. The etymology of Dolomite is From French, from the name of Dolomieu (1750–1801), the French geologist who discovered the rock while that of Eclogite is From French, from the name of Dolomieu (1750–1801), the French geologist who discovered the rock. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Dolomite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Eclogite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Dolomite and Eclogite are listed below.

For Dolomite,

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

For Eclogite,

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