Eclogite and Claystone Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Claystone

The general Eclogite and Claystone 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, Claystone is a fine-grained, dark gray to pink sedimentary rock which mainly consists of compacted and hardened clay. Along with definition of Eclogite and Claystone, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Claystone. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Claystone origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Claystone

The history of Eclogite and Claystone 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 Claystone Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Claystone

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

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