Eclogite and Lherzolite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Lherzolite

The general Eclogite and Lherzolite 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, Lherzolite is a type of ultramafic igneous rock which contains essential olivine and clinopyroxene and orthopyroxene in equal proportions. Along with definition of Eclogite and Lherzolite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Lherzolite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Lherzolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Lherzolite

The history of Eclogite and Lherzolite 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 Lherzolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Lherzolite

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

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