Eclogite and Jasperoid Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Jasperoid

The general Eclogite and Jasperoid 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, Jasperoid is a rare, peculiar type of metasomatic alteration of rocks. Along with definition of Eclogite and Jasperoid, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Jasperoid. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Jasperoid origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Jasperoid

The history of Eclogite and Jasperoid 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 Jasperoid Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Jasperoid

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

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