Eclogite and Harzburgite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Harzburgite

The general Eclogite and Harzburgite 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, Harzburgite is a plutonic rock of the peridotite group consisting largely of orthopyroxene and olivine. Along with definition of Eclogite and Harzburgite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Harzburgite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Harzburgite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Harzburgite

The history of Eclogite and Harzburgite 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 Harzburgite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Harzburgite

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

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