Aplite and Eclogite Definition

Definition of Aplite and Eclogite

The general Aplite and Eclogite definition can be stated as: Aplite is a fine-grained granite composed mainly of feldspar and quartz. On the other hand, Eclogite is an extreme metamorphic rock, formed by regional metamorphism of basalt rock under very high pressure and temperature. Along with definition of Aplite and Eclogite, get to know about Properties of Aplite and Eclogite. Get to know more information about Aplite and Eclogite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Aplite and Eclogite

The history of Aplite and Eclogite 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.

Aplite and Eclogite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Aplite and Eclogite

Along with Aplite and Eclogite definition, know more about the etymology of Aplite and Eclogite. Etymology of Aplite and Eclogite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Aplite and Formation of Eclogite. The etymology of Aplite is From German Aplit, from Greek haploos simple + -ite while that of Eclogite is From German Aplit, from Greek haploos simple + -ite. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Aplite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Eclogite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Aplite and Eclogite are listed below.

For Aplite,

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

For Eclogite,

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