Eclogite and Conglomerate Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Conglomerate

The general Eclogite and Conglomerate 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, Conglomerate is a sedimentary rock which forms from rounded gravel and boulder sized clasts which are cemented together in a matrix. Along with definition of Eclogite and Conglomerate, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Conglomerate. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Conglomerate origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Conglomerate

The history of Eclogite and Conglomerate 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 Conglomerate Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Conglomerate

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

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