Eclogite and Pumice Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Pumice

The general Eclogite and Pumice 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, Pumice is a volcanic rock that consists of highly vesicular rough textured volcanic glass, which may or may not contain crystals. Along with definition of Eclogite and Pumice, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Pumice. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Pumice origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Pumice

The history of Eclogite and Pumice 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 Pumice Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Pumice

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

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