Eclogite and Basalt Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Basalt

The general Eclogite and Basalt 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, Basalt is a common extrusive igneous rock formed by the rapid cooling of basaltic lava exposed at or very near the surface of Earth. Along with definition of Eclogite and Basalt, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Basalt. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Basalt origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Basalt

The history of Eclogite and Basalt 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 Basalt Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Basalt

Along with Eclogite and Basalt definition, know more about the etymology of Eclogite and Basalt. Etymology of Eclogite and Basalt gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Eclogite and Formation of Basalt. The etymology of Eclogite is From French, Greek eklogē selection with reference to the selective content of the rock + -ite1 while that of Basalt 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 Basalt belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Eclogite and Basalt 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 Basalt,

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