Eclogite and Comendite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Comendite

The general Eclogite and Comendite 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, Comendite is a hard, peralkaline igneous rock, a type of light blue grey rhyolite. Along with definition of Eclogite and Comendite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Comendite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Comendite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Comendite

The history of Eclogite and Comendite 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 Comendite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Comendite

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

For Eclogite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group:
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock

For Comendite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Medium grained rock and Opaque rock