Eclogite and Pyrolite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Pyrolite

The general Eclogite and Pyrolite 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, Pyrolite is an igneous rock consisting of about three parts of peridotite and one part of basalt. Along with definition of Eclogite and Pyrolite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Pyrolite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Pyrolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Pyrolite

The history of Eclogite and Pyrolite 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 Pyrolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Pyrolite

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

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