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Eclogite and Soapstone Definition


Soapstone and Eclogite Definition


Definition

Definition
Eclogite is an extreme metamorphic rock, formed by regional metamorphism of basalt rock under very high pressure and temperature   
It is a metamorphic magnesium rich rock because it is composed of the mineral talc   

History
  
  

Origin
Unknown   
USA   

Discoverer
René Just Haüy   
Unknown   

Etymology
From French, Greek eklogē selection with reference to the selective content of the rock + -ite1   
From 17th century, because of its greasy feel and use like a soap   

Class
Metamorphic Rocks   
Metamorphic Rocks   

Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock   
Durable Rock, Soft Rock   

Family
  
  

Group
Not Applicable   
Not Applicable   

Other Categories
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock   
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock   

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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.

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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.

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