Eclogite and Larvikite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Larvikite

The general Eclogite and Larvikite 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, Larvikite is an igneous rock and a variety of monzonite, notable for the presence of thumbnail-sized crystals of feldspar. Along with definition of Eclogite and Larvikite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Larvikite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Larvikite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Larvikite

The history of Eclogite and Larvikite 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 Larvikite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Larvikite

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock