Eclogite and Pegmatite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Pegmatite

The general Eclogite and Pegmatite 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, Pegmatite rock is a holocrystalline, intrusive igneous rock which is composed of interlocking phaneritic crystals. Along with definition of Eclogite and Pegmatite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Pegmatite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Pegmatite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Pegmatite

The history of Eclogite and Pegmatite 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 Pegmatite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Pegmatite

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

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