Eclogite and Soapstone Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Soapstone

The general Eclogite and Soapstone 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, It is a metamorphic magnesium rich rock because it is composed of the mineral talc. Along with definition of Eclogite and Soapstone, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Soapstone. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Soapstone origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Soapstone

The history of Eclogite and Soapstone 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 Soapstone Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Soapstone

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock