Eclogite and Vogesite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Vogesite

The general Eclogite and Vogesite 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, Vogesite is a porphyritic alkaline igneous rock and is a variety of Lamprophyre which is dominated by essential amphibole, usually hornblende, and potassic feldspar. Along with definition of Eclogite and Vogesite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Vogesite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Vogesite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Vogesite

The history of Eclogite and Vogesite 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 Vogesite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Vogesite

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

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