Eclogite and Troctolite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Troctolite

The general Eclogite and Troctolite 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, Troctolite is a mafic intrusive rock type. It consists essentially of major but variable amounts of olivine and calcic plagioclase along with minor pyroxene. It is an olivine-rich anorthosite, or a pyroxene-depleted relative of gabbro. Along with definition of Eclogite and Troctolite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Troctolite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Troctolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Troctolite

The history of Eclogite and Troctolite 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 Troctolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Troctolite

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

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