Eclogite and Epidosite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Epidosite

The general Eclogite and Epidosite 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, Epidosite is a highly altered epidote and quartz bearing rock which is a type of metasomatite, essentially altered basalt. Along with definition of Eclogite and Epidosite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Epidosite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Epidosite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Epidosite

The history of Eclogite and Epidosite 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 Epidosite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Epidosite

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

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