Eclogite and Chalk Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Chalk

The general Eclogite and Chalk 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, Chalk is a soft, white, powdery limestone consisting mainly of fossil shells of foraminifers. Along with definition of Eclogite and Chalk, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Chalk. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Chalk origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Chalk

The history of Eclogite and Chalk 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 Chalk Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Chalk

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

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