Eclogite and Trachyandesite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Trachyandesite

The general Eclogite and Trachyandesite 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, Trachyandesite is an extrusive igneous rock.. Along with definition of Eclogite and Trachyandesite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Trachyandesite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Trachyandesite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Trachyandesite

The history of Eclogite and Trachyandesite 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 Trachyandesite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Trachyandesite

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock