Eclogite and Laterite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Laterite

The general Eclogite and Laterite 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, Laterite rock is a type of Sedimentary rock which is rich in iron and aluminium, formed in hot and wet tropical areas. Along with definition of Eclogite and Laterite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Laterite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Laterite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Laterite

The history of Eclogite and Laterite 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 Laterite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Laterite

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

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