Eclogite and Slate Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Slate

The general Eclogite and Slate 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, Slate is a fine-grained, foliated, homogeneous metamorphic rock derived from an original shale-type sedimentary rock composed of clay or volcanic ash through low-grade regional metamorphism. Along with definition of Eclogite and Slate, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Slate. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Slate origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Slate

The history of Eclogite and Slate 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 Slate Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Slate

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

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