Eclogite and Hawaiite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Hawaiite

The general Eclogite and Hawaiite 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, Hawaiite is volcanic rock that resembles basalt. It is an olivine basalt with intermediate composition between alkali olivine and mugearite. Along with definition of Eclogite and Hawaiite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Hawaiite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Hawaiite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Hawaiite

The history of Eclogite and Hawaiite 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 Hawaiite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Hawaiite

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

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