Definition
Eclogite is an extreme metamorphic rock, formed by regional metamorphism of basalt rock under very high pressure and temperature
An iron rich extrusive rock found as a member of the alkali basalt magma series
History
Origin
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Isle of Mull, Scotland
Discoverer
René Just Haüy
Ben More
Etymology
From French, Greek eklogē selection with reference to the selective content of the rock + -ite1
From the name of discoverer, Ben More
Class
Metamorphic Rocks
Igneous Rocks
Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock
Family
Group
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Volcanic
Other Categories
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock