Eclogite and Enderbite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Enderbite

The general Eclogite and Enderbite 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, Enderbite rock is an igneous rock which belongs to the Charnockite rock series. Along with definition of Eclogite and Enderbite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Enderbite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Enderbite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Enderbite

The history of Eclogite and Enderbite 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 Enderbite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Enderbite

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock