Eclogite and Dacite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Dacite

The general Eclogite and Dacite 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, Dacite is a volcanic igneous rock which is rintermediate in composition between andesite and rhyolite. Along with definition of Eclogite and Dacite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Dacite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Dacite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Dacite

The history of Eclogite and Dacite 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 Dacite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Dacite

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

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