Eclogite and Serpentinite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Serpentinite

The general Eclogite and Serpentinite 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, A hydration and metamorphic transformation of ultramafic rock from the Earth's mantle is called as serpentinization, a group of minerals is formed by serpentinization compose rock 'serpentinite'.. Along with definition of Eclogite and Serpentinite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Serpentinite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Serpentinite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Serpentinite

The history of Eclogite and Serpentinite 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 Serpentinite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Serpentinite

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

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