Eclogite and Suevite Definition

Definition of Eclogite and Suevite

The general Eclogite and Suevite 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, During the impact melted material forming a breccia containing glass and crystal or lithic fragments together form Suevite rock.. Along with definition of Eclogite and Suevite, get to know about Properties of Eclogite and Suevite. Get to know more information about Eclogite and Suevite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Eclogite and Suevite

The history of Eclogite and Suevite 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 Suevite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Eclogite and Suevite

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock