Eclogite and Icelandite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Icelandite

The general Eclogite and Icelandite 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, Icelandite belongs to volcanic igneous rocks which is rich in iron and belongs to andesite rock. Along with definition of Eclogite and Icelandite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Icelandite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Icelandite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Icelandite

The history of Eclogite and Icelandite 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 Icelandite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Icelandite

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

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