Eclogite and Mangerite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Mangerite

The general Eclogite and Mangerite 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, Mangerite is a plutonic intrusive igneous rock, which is essentially a hypersthene-bearing monzonite. Along with definition of Eclogite and Mangerite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Mangerite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Mangerite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Mangerite

The history of Eclogite and Mangerite 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 Mangerite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Mangerite

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

For Eclogite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group:
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock

For Mangerite,

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