Eclogite and Metapelite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Metapelite

The general Eclogite and Metapelite 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, Metapelite is an old and currently not widely used field geological term for a clay rich fine-grained clastic sediment or sedimentary rock, i.e. mud or a mudstone. Along with definition of Eclogite and Metapelite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Metapelite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Metapelite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Metapelite

The history of Eclogite and Metapelite 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 Metapelite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Metapelite

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock