Diamictite and Eclogite Definition

Definition of Diamictite and Eclogite

The general Diamictite and Eclogite definition can be stated as: Diamictite is a sedimentary rock that consists of non-sorted to poorly sorted terrigenous sediment containing particles that range in size from clay to boulders, suspended in a matrix of mudstone or sandstone. 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 Diamictite and Eclogite, get to know about Properties of Diamictite and Eclogite. Get to know more information about Diamictite and Eclogite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Diamictite and Eclogite

The history of Diamictite 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.

Diamictite and Eclogite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Diamictite and Eclogite

Along with Diamictite and Eclogite definition, know more about the etymology of Diamictite and Eclogite. Etymology of Diamictite and Eclogite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Diamictite and Formation of Eclogite. The etymology of Diamictite is From Greek dia through and meiktós or mixed while that of Eclogite is From Greek dia through and meiktós or mixed. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Diamictite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Eclogite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Diamictite and Eclogite are listed below.

For Diamictite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft 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