Eclogite and Granulite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Granulite

The general Eclogite and Granulite 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, Granulite is fine to medium grained metamorphic rock with a granular of polygonal crystals.. Along with definition of Eclogite and Granulite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Granulite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Granulite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Granulite

The history of Eclogite and Granulite 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 Granulite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Granulite

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

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