Eclogite and Itacolumite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Itacolumite

The general Eclogite and Itacolumite 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, A yellow sandstone which is flexible when cut into thin strips. Along with definition of Eclogite and Itacolumite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Itacolumite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Itacolumite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Itacolumite

The history of Eclogite and Itacolumite 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 Itacolumite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Itacolumite

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock and Opaque rock