Eclogite and Monzonite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Monzonite

The general Eclogite and Monzonite 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, Monzonite is a granular igneous rock with composition between syenite and diorite and containing approximately equal amounts of orthoclase and plagioclase. Along with definition of Eclogite and Monzonite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Monzonite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Monzonite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Monzonite

The history of Eclogite and Monzonite 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 Monzonite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Monzonite

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

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