Arkose and Eclogite Definition

Definition of Arkose and Eclogite

The general Arkose and Eclogite definition can be stated as: Arkose is a sedimentary rock, specifically a type of sandstone containing at least 25% feldspar. 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 Arkose and Eclogite, get to know about Properties of Arkose and Eclogite. Get to know more information about Arkose and Eclogite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Arkose and Eclogite

The history of Arkose 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.

Arkose and Eclogite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Arkose and Eclogite

Along with Arkose and Eclogite definition, know more about the etymology of Arkose and Eclogite. Etymology of Arkose and Eclogite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Arkose and Formation of Eclogite. The etymology of Arkose is From Auvergne region of France used by a French geologist Alexandre Brongniart in 1826 who applied this term to some feldspathic sandstones while that of Eclogite is From Auvergne region of France used by a French geologist Alexandre Brongniart in 1826 who applied this term to some feldspathic sandstones. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Arkose belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Eclogite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Arkose and Eclogite are listed below.

For Arkose,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse 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