Eclogite and Hyaloclastite  Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Hyaloclastite 

The general Eclogite and Hyaloclastite  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, Hyaloclastite is an aggregate of fine, glassy debris formed by the sudden contact of hot, coherent magma and cold water or water-saturated sediment. Along with definition of Eclogite and Hyaloclastite  , get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Hyaloclastite  . Get to know more information about Eclogite and Hyaloclastite  origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Hyaloclastite 

The history of Eclogite and Hyaloclastite  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 Hyaloclastite  Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Hyaloclastite 

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock