Eclogite and Anorthosite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Anorthosite

The general Eclogite and Anorthosite definition can be stated as: Eclogite is an extreme metamorphic rock, formed by regional metamorphism of basalt rock under very high pressure and temperature. On the other hand, Anorthosite is a granular igneous rock composed largely of labradorite or plagioclase. Along with definition of Eclogite and Anorthosite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Anorthosite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Anorthosite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Anorthosite

The history of Eclogite and Anorthosite 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.

Eclogite and Anorthosite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Anorthosite

Along with Eclogite and Anorthosite definition, know more about the etymology of Eclogite and Anorthosite. Etymology of Eclogite and Anorthosite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Eclogite and Formation of Anorthosite. The etymology of Eclogite is From French, Greek eklogē selection with reference to the selective content of the rock + -ite1 while that of Anorthosite is From French, Greek eklogē selection with reference to the selective content of the rock + -ite1. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Eclogite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Anorthosite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Eclogite and Anorthosite are listed below.

For Eclogite,

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

For Anorthosite,

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