Eclogite and Nephelinite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Nephelinite

The general Eclogite and Nephelinite 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, Nephelinite is a fine-grained or aphanitic igneous rock made up almost entirely of nepheline and clinopyroxene (variety augite).. Along with definition of Eclogite and Nephelinite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Nephelinite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Nephelinite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Nephelinite

The history of Eclogite and Nephelinite 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 Nephelinite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Nephelinite

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

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