Eclogite and Migmatite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Migmatite

The general Eclogite and Migmatite 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, Migmatite is typically a granitic rock within a metamorphic host rock which is composed of two intermingled but distinguishable components. Along with definition of Eclogite and Migmatite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Migmatite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Migmatite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Migmatite

The history of Eclogite and Migmatite 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 Migmatite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Migmatite

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

• 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