Eclogite and Hornblendite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Hornblendite

The general Eclogite and Hornblendite 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, Hornblendite is a type of igneous plutonic rock consisting mainly of amphibole hornblende and is a type of Amphibolite rock. Along with definition of Eclogite and Hornblendite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Hornblendite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Hornblendite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Hornblendite

The history of Eclogite and Hornblendite 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 Hornblendite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Hornblendite

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

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