Eclogite and Kimberlite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Kimberlite

The general Eclogite and Kimberlite 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, Kimberlite is a rare, blue-tinged, coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock, which sometimes contains diamonds and is mostly found in South Africa and Siberia.. Along with definition of Eclogite and Kimberlite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Kimberlite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Kimberlite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Kimberlite

The history of Eclogite and Kimberlite 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 Kimberlite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Kimberlite

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

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