Eclogite and Jaspillite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Jaspillite

The general Eclogite and Jaspillite 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, Jaspillite is an iron rich chemically formed rock which is common in banded iron formation rocks. Along with definition of Eclogite and Jaspillite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Jaspillite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Jaspillite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Jaspillite

The history of Eclogite and Jaspillite 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 Jaspillite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Jaspillite

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

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