Eclogite and Siltstone Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Siltstone

The general Eclogite and Siltstone 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, Siltstone can be defined as a fine-grained sedimentary rock which mainly consists of consolidated silt. Along with definition of Eclogite and Siltstone, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Siltstone. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Siltstone origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Siltstone

The history of Eclogite and Siltstone 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 Siltstone Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Siltstone

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

For Eclogite,

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

For Siltstone,

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