Eclogite and Pyroxenite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Pyroxenite

The general Eclogite and Pyroxenite 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, Pyroxenite is a dark, greenish, granular intrusive igneous rock consisting mainly of pyroxenes and olivine. Along with definition of Eclogite and Pyroxenite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Pyroxenite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Pyroxenite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Pyroxenite

The history of Eclogite and Pyroxenite 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 Pyroxenite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Pyroxenite

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

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