Eclogite and Gabbro Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Gabbro

The general Eclogite and Gabbro 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, Gabbro is an intrusive igneous rock which is chemically equivalent to plutonic Basalt. Along with definition of Eclogite and Gabbro, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Gabbro. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Gabbro origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Gabbro

The history of Eclogite and Gabbro 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 Gabbro Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Gabbro

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

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